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UK Christmas Holidays 2024/2025

Our full range of Festive breaks, both in the lead up to Christmas, over Christmas itself and into the New Year are now on sale. We have almost 60 different festive getaways, including Turkey and Tinsel breaks, House Parties, Christmas Market and general Christmas breaks and now is the time to be book.

Christmas is creeping closer, which usually means an endless amount of shopping, cooking and washing up, but not this year! Forget about being the people pleaser and let us take care of you this Christmas! From magical markets to Christmas, Twixmas and New Year breaks, we know how to get the best out of the most wonderful time of the year.

Get into the festive spirit with Alfa Travel and choose from our selection of pre-Christmas November & December Festive Specials, Christmas, Twixmas and New Year Breaks. Our Festive breaks are great value for money with festive entertainment and menus included , so you’re truly guaranteed a party season to remember!

Don’t leave your preparations until the last minute this year, book now to secure your place on a festive break to the UK Choose from cracking Christmas holidays with everything taken care of for you , .

Fantastic Festive December Special Offers!

Join us this December to get into the Christmas spirit with our range of Festive Specials & Winter Weekends! 

With exclusive itineraries and exciting excursions included as standard, plus festive entertainment and menus on our festive specials, there really is no better reason to book!

UK Christmas Coach Breaks

That Christmas feeling of tingling excitement often gets lost within the end of year madness. All that shopping, queuing, cooking and cleaning, it's enough to make anyone feel like scrooge! So why not escape from it all, keep hold of that magical feeling this year, and enjoy a festive break full of Christmas cheer.

Spend Christmas in a choice of delightful destinations across Britain such as Edinburgh, Scarborough, Bournemouth, the Cotswolds and more. Relax, unwind and enjoy festive celebrations in lovely surroundings without any of the hassle of having to organise (or cook!) anything yourself - leave all the details to us!

Take a look at our incredibly popular 2023 Festive Breaks . We have so much for you to choose from with our pre-Christmas Festive Specials, Winter Weekends, Christmas , Twixmas and New Year Breaks .

Coach Trips and breaks on the Polar Express

Return coach travel • Overnight stay at a selected 2 or 3-star hotel with dinner & breakfast • Journey aboard The Polar Express on the Wensleydale Railway (including cookies, hot chocolate and a gift from Santa) • Included visit to York

5 Day Festive Breaks from only £189pp

Add some sparkle this festive season! Get into the festive spirit and choose from our selection of pre-Christmas November & December Festive Specials, Christmas, Twixmas and New Year Breaks. Our Festive breaks are great value for money with festive entertainment and menus included, you’re truly guaranteed a party season to remember.

Make your Christmas truly special this year! Escape the chaos and relax in one of our fabulous resorts on an Alfa Travel Christmas Holiday.

Our Christmas programme is not only great value for money but also includes festive entertainment and menus, to guarantee you a Christmas to remember! Enjoy dancing, a Bucks Fizz with dinner, a visit from 'Santa' and lots of fun in between on a 5 day Christmas break.

November Festive Specials

From Christmas Market excursions to a wrapped up stroll along the prom, from Blackpool to Great Yarmouth, and all thats inbetween - join in with all the festivities our November Festive Breaks offer! With festive excursions and menus included. Our fantastic Festive Breaks are available to book now! They are the ideal trip to get you in the festive spirit, offering you the opportunity to do a little Christmas shopping whilst you holiday.

December Festive Specials

Escape the chaos and relax in one of our fabulous resorts on a festive holiday. Spend Christmas with us and enjoy festive menus and entertainment, unwind at Twixmas in one of our 3AA Star Leisureplex Hotels, or even bring in the New Year with us! Join in with all the festivities our amazing December Festive Breaks have to offer! With excursions and festive menus included on all our December Specials, these are the perfect Christmas treat.

Christmas Holidays

Make your festive season truly special this year by escaping the chaos of Christmas and relaxing in one of our fabulous resorts on a Christmas Holiday. Festive menus and entertainment are available.

Twixmas Breaks

Sandwiched in between Christmas and New Year, Twixmas Breaks are a great way to keep the party going to make the most of the holiday season. With festive entertainment and menus included.

UK Christmas Holidays

Durham & Beamish at Christmas Time

Durham is always worth a visit, but it’s especially magical during the countdown to Christmas. Experience the gorgeous features of this picturesque city under the scattered web of twinkling lights and frost-tipped trees, as we explore the seasonal delights lurking around every corner for an enchanting afternoon. We also pay a special visit to the Beamish Open Air Living Museum, with its unique display of vintage decorations, to complete this postcard-perfect Christmas getaway.

A Scottish Christmas

Celebrate Christmas with us in Scotland, the perfect destination to enjoy the yuletide festivities. With plenty of entertainment and food on offer at our fabulous hotel, your stockings will be overflowing with warmth and festive cheer for all.  From our base in Livingston, we visit the vibrant and bustling cities of Edinburgh and Glasgow and also enjoy a festive pantomime – everything you need for a wonderful Christmas getaway!

Christmas Carols on Bahamas Steam Train & Haworth

Fancy a festive getaway for the whole family? All aboard our Christmas Carols on Bahamas Steam Train & Haworth adventure! First we’ll whisk you away to enjoy the delights of Manchester Christmas Markets plus an overnight stay. Then, on day two, we’ll head to Oxenhope railway station to be greeted by a wonderful brass band and carols on the platform. Tuck into mulled wine and a delicious mince pie before we set off on our journey in the company of the  LMS Jubilee Class 5596 Bahamas,  which you may recognise from the new  The Railway Children Return  film. There is even the chance to meet Santa himself and discover the charms of Haworth on this magical two-day break. Spaces are set to fill up quickly and when they’re gone; they’re gone!

Shanklin & Isle of Wight Weekend - Turkey & Tinsel

A wonderful weekend break to enjoy the enchanting Isle of Wight at this magical time of year. With included excursions to explore the highlights of this glorious island along with festive fare and excellent entertainment at our hotel in the popular resort of Shanklin, this is the perfect way to get into the festive spirit in the run-up to Christmas.

Blackpool Illuminations Weekend

Enjoy a fun-filled festive break to Blackpool at the seasonally decorated Bluewaters Hotel, featuring live entertainment every night as well as a turkey along with all the tinsel! From our base here we head to Fleetwood Market, one of the oldest and most traditional markets in Lancashire for a spot of Christmas shopping, where there are over 200 stalls but don’t forget  to join us on along Blackpool’s Promenade under the night sky and be amazed at the spectacle of thousands of bright sparkling lights!

Bournemouth, Dorchester & Weymouth - Turkey & Tinsel

Enjoy a spectacular five-day Turkey and Tinsel break to the traditional seaside resort of Bournemouth, with a fantastic drinks offer and entertainment at our welcoming hotel. Also included are excursions to discover the coastal beauty of Weymouth and Poole plus the bustling market town of Dorchester.

London's Winter Wonderland - Evening Visit

Experience the spectacle of Hyde Park as it is illuminated with dazzling festive lights twinkling throughout the frosty winter nights. Stroll through London’s biggest Christmas Market complete with stalls filled with seasonal gifts and delicious food, or skate along the stunning ice rink, one of the many fantastic attractions held within the grounds. With free time in London for sightseeing and shopping, there’s something magical for everyone on this fabulous two-day break.

Christmas Festivities in Scarborough

Take the pressure off this Christmas and join us on our fabulous five-day break to Scarborough, where we enjoy plenty of good food and sparkling entertainment. Along with free time to enjoy the many seaside attractions of Scarborough, we also visit historic York and charming Whitby.

Christmas Festivities in Folkestone

A spectacular programme of glittering entertainment each evening and festive fare promise a fabulous Christmas break at the famous Grand Burstin Hotel in Folkestone. Along with inclusive excursions to historic Canterbury and the seaside towns of Margate and Whitstable, this five-day break guarantees a fun time away.

Christmas Festivities in Bournemouth

Head south this winter for a wonderful Christmas break on the coast. With Christmas Eve in the stunning New Forest and a Boxing Day trip to Salisbury, all decked out for the festivities with magical lights, this five-day getaway comes with all the trimmings. With evening entertainment and a traditional Christmas Day lunch included, ‘tis the season to indulge!

Christmas Festivities in York & the Yorkshire Dales

Enjoy Christmas in the scenic surroundings of Yorkshire with its picturesque landscapes of rolling hills and rugged dales scattered with pretty towns and villages. With included trips to historic York, charming Grassington and Skipton, known as ‘The Gateway to the Dales’, this is a lovely place to toast the festive season.

Brighton & the South Coast - Turkey & Tinsel

You’re invited to enjoy some pre-Christmas celebrations among the beautiful scenery of the south coast on our turkey and tinsel break! With its beachfront chic and iconic tourist attractions such as the Royal Pavilion, Brighton is a lovely setting for our break, perfect to get you in the festive spirit.

Christmastime in Cheshire

We experience the best the North West of England has to offer at this festive time of year, with time in the county’s capital, Chester, one of Britain’s best-preserved historic cities. As Christmas wouldn’t be complete without some traditional entertainment, we get into the celebratory spirit with a fun-filled pantomime performance on our festive getaway to remember.

Blackpool Christmas

Few resorts anywhere in the world can rival the popularity of Blackpool - Britain's Capital of Fun! The world famous Tower, three piers, miles of golden sands, the spectacular Pleasure Beach with its breathtaking "white knuckle" rides, horse drawn carriages, a Sealife Centre, Madame Tussaud’s Waxworks, a Zoo Park, an Art Gallery - Blackpool has them all. But save some of your energy for the evening and sample the terrific summer shows, lively bars and pubs, for it is at night that Blackpool really stands out as the most exciting of all Britain's resorts. For a complete contrast to the sheer energy of Blackpool, some of the most serene scenery in Britain include the Ribble Valley and the Lake District nearby.

The Scottish Highlands

This might not be the first place you think of for a Christmas getaway, but Highland resorts such as Fort William are home to some truly beautiful scenery, so if we’re lucky enough to be blessed with a white Christmas this year, Fort William will be a fantastic place from which to enjoy it. And if you choose to celebrate on a Shearings holiday, there’s no need to worry if the weather outside is frightful, because you’ll enjoy the company of fellow holidaymakers in your hotel,  with fantastic festive entertainment and, on the big day, you’ll be treated to a delicious four-course traditional Christmas lunch with all the trimmings.

Ilfracombe, England

Now, a Devonshire seaside resort might not immediately spring to mind for Christmas holidays, but if you were to take a Christmas break here, we’re sure you’d be very pleasantly surprised! Picturesque North Devon is truly beautiful in the winter, and, of course, you’ll enjoy that superb Shearings Christmas package, including fantastic festive entertainment and a traditional four-course Christmas lunch!

Turkey & Tinsel pre-Christmas breaks

Haul out the holly, put on your best Christmas jumper, whistle your favourite yuletide song and join us on a magical journey to get you into the festive spirit on our pre-Christmas Turkey & Tinsel breaks!

Whether you just want to take time to relax before Christmas is upon us, or you fancy a taste of things to come with a full festive Turkey & Tinsel package, including a traditional ‘Christmas’ dinner with all the trimmings, we have something to suit everyone! From the breathtaking Llandudno to the traditional seaside resorts of Scarborough and Blackpool, or the bustling cities of Liverpool and Glasgow to the enchanting Isle of Wight, we have a huge range of festively fun locations for you to get into the jolly spirit! There are so many treats to unwrap on our Turkey & Tinsel packages, with most breaks including traditional ‘Christmas’ dinner, complimentary drinks or 2 for 1 bar offers, hotel entertainment and inclusive excursions. Simply choose your favourite break and book now!

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We’re here for all your festive fun this winter. Our coaches will be running throughout the season, including Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day - all with the comfort and quality you’d expect from the nation’s number one coach company.

Christmas Day services

Visit our  live service updates page to find out the latest information on our services or see the list below for our dedicated Christmas Day services.

801 - Bradford to/from London

This service between Bradford and London will call at the following stops:

• Bradford - Hall Ings, Stops H2-H4, adjacent to Norfolk Gardens
• Leeds Coach & Bus Station - Dyer Street
• Sheffield Interchange - Pond Street
• Chesterfield Coach Station - Beckingham Way
• Derby Riverlights Bus Station
• Heathrow Airport, Terminal 5 Bus & Coach Station - Arrivals Level
• Heathrow Central Bus Station
• London Victoria Coach Station - Departures Hall

Please note: this service is also available in the opposite direction.

802 - Liverpool to/from London

This service between Liverpool and London will call at the following stops:

• Liverpool One Bus Station - Canning Place
• Manchester Coach Station - Chorlton Street

803 - Gloucester to/from London

This service between Gloucester and London will call at the following stops:

• Gloucester Transport Interchange
• Cheltenham Royal Well Bus Station
• Cirencester, London Road - Beeches Car Park
• Swindon Bus Station
• Heathrow Airport, Terminal 5 - Arrivals level
• Heathrow Airport Central Bus Station
• London Victoria Coach Station - Departures Terminal

804 - Swansea to/from London

This service between Cardiff and London will call at the following stops:

• Swansea - The Kingsway, opposite the NCP Car Park
• Bridgend (Sarn) - Outlet Centre, Odeon
• Cardiff Coach Station - Sophia Gardens
• Newport Kingsway - Stop 14, Lay-by near the Riverfront Theatre
• Bristol Bus & Coach Station - Marlborough Street
• Bath Bus Station - Dorchester Street
• Chippenham - Bath Road, Town Bridge

805 - Plymouth to/from London

This service between Plymouth and London will call at the following stops:

• Plymouth Coach Station - Armada Way
• Exeter, Bampfylde Street, Express Coach Stop 34
• Taunton - Park Street, opposite County Hall
• Bridgwater Bus Station - Watsons Lane

806 - Poole to/from London

This service between Poole and London will call at the following stops:

• Poole Seldown Coach Park
• Bournemouth Interchange
• Ringwood - Meeting House Lane, Stand A
• Basingstoke - Alencon Link lay-by, adjacent to The Malls Shopping Centre
• Heathrow Airport, Terminal 5 - Arrivals Level

807 - Nottingham to/from London

This service between Nottingham and London will call at the following stops:

• Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station
• Leicester St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
• Milton Keynes Coachway

808 - Wolverhampton to/from London

This service between Wolverhampton and London will call at the following stops:

• Wolverhampton Faulkland Crescent Coach Park - WV1 1JN
• Dudley Bus Station
• Birmingham Coach Station - Digbeth
• Coventry Pool Meadow Bus Station -Stands A, B & C

810 - Portsmouth to/from London

This service between Portsmouth and London will call at the following stops:

• Portsmouth - The Hard, Stand M, opposite Interchange
• Fareham Bus Station
• Southampton Coach Station - Harbour Parade
• Winchester Park & Ride East - St Catherines

811 - Leeds to/from Liverpool

This service between Leeds and Liverpool will call at the following stops:

• Leeds Coach & Bus Station - Dyer Station
• Bradford - Nelson Street
• Chadderton Broadway
• Manchester (New Moston) - Broadway, opposite the leisure centre
• Failsworth - Oldham Road, near the Lamb Inn
• Manchester (Miles Platting) - Oldham Road, opposite The Sheridan Suite
• Manchester Airport - The Station
• Liverpool (Edge Lane Drive) - Warnerville Road
• Liverpool (Edge Lane) - Ardleigh Road, opposite Kwik Fit
• Liverpool (Botanic Park) - Edge Lane, opposite Wavertree Botanic Park
• University of Liverpool - Brownlow Hill, Crown Street
• Liverpool ONE Bus Station - Canning Place

812 - Leeds to/from Birmingham

This service between Leeds and Birmingham will call at the following stops:

• Leeds Bus and Coach Station - Dyer Street
• Sheffield Interchange
• Nottingham Broadmarsh Bus Station
• Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station

813 - Great Yarmouth to/from London

This service between Great Yarmouth and London will call at the following stops:

• Great Yarmouth Market Gates, Regent Road, Stop A
• Acle, opposite Kings Head
• Norwich Bus Station
• Cambridge Parkside
• Heathrow Airport (T5) Bus & Coach Station
• London Victoria Coach Station

814 - Canterbury to/from London

This service between Canterbury and London will call at the following stops:

• Canterbury Bus Station
• Gillingham - Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre, Stop C
• Maidstone - King Street, Stop G
• Eltham - Eltham Road/Westhorne Avenue, Stop WP
• Lewisham - High Street, Clock Tower, Stop R
• New Cross Gate Station - New Cross Road, Stop O

815 - Newcastle to/from London

This service between Newcastle and London will call at the following stops:

• Newcastle-upon-Tyne Coach Station - St James Boulevard
• Sunderland Interchange (Park Lane)
• Middlesbrough Bus Station - Stop Z, Newport Road, BBC Tees
• Darlington - Feethams, opposite Town Hall
• Heathrow Airport, Terminal 5, Arrivals level

817 - London to/from Brighton

This service between   London and Brighton will call at the following stops

• London, Victoria Coach Station
• Gatwick Airport, North Terminal
• Gatwick Airport, South Terminal
• Brighton, Pool Valley Coach Station

819 - Liverpool to/from Birmingham

This service between  Liverpool  and Birmingham will call at the following stops

• Liverpool One Bus and Coach Station - Canning Place

820 - Birmingham to/from Luton Airport

This service between Birmingham and Luton Airport will call at the following stops

• Birmingham Airport - Terminal 1, Comet Road, Stop G
• Coventry Pool Meadow Bus Station - Priory Street
• Northampton - Victoria Street
• Luton Interchange - Stand 3
• Luton Airport Terminal Bus and Coach Station

821 - Heathrow Airport to/from London

This service between Heathrow Airport and London will call at the following stops

• Heathrow Airport - Terminal 4, Arrivals level
• Heathrow Airport - Terminal 5, Arrivals level

823 - London to/from Gatwick Airport

This service between London and Gatwick Airport will call at the following stops

• Gatwick Airport (North)
• Gatwick Airport (South)

824 - Luton Airport to/from London

This service between Luton Airport and London will call at the following stops

• London (Golders Green) - Golders Green Road/Finchley Road, Stop GT
• London (Finchley Road) - Underground Station/O2 Centre, Stop CH
• London (Baker Street Station) - Baker Street, Stop A
• London (Marble Arch) - Park Lane, Green Street, coach stop

825 - Cardiff to/from Birmingham

This service between Cardiff and Birmingham will call at the following stops

• Cardiff - Sophia Gardens
• Newport Kingsway - Stop K12
• Bristol Bus and Coach Station - Marlborough Street

826 - Cambridge to/from London

This service between Cambridge and London will call at the following stops

• Cambridge - Parkside
• Stansted Airport Bus and Coach Station
• London (Stratford) - Montfitchet Road, Stop X, opposite Stratford City Bus Station

828 - Glasgow to/from Birmingham

This service between Glasgow and Birmingham will call at the following stops

• Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station
• Hamilton Bus Station
• Carlisle Bus Station
• Lancaster, Night Stand, Damside Street
• Preston Bus Station
• Manchester, Coach Station, Chorlton St
• Manchester Airport, The Station
• Birmingham Coach Station, Digbeth

829 - Manchester to/from London

This service between Manchester and Birmingham will call at the following stops

• Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton Street
• Penkridge, Crown Bridge
• Wolverhampton, Faulkland Street Car Park
• Birmingham Airport, Terminal 1, Stop G, 
• Coventry Pool Meadow Bus Station
• Luton Airport Bus Station
• London (Golders Green) Golders Green Road/Finchley Road, Stop GT
• London Victoria Coach Station, Departures Terminal

830 - Liverpool to/from London

This service between Liverpool and London   will call at the following stops

• Liverpool One Bus Station, Canning Place
• Birkenhead, Europa Boulevard
• Chester Bus Interchange, Gorse Stacks
• Birmingham Coach Station, Mill Lane, Digbeth
• Birmingham Airport, Terminal 1, Stop G
• Oxford Bus Station, Gloucester Green
• Heathrow Airport Central Bus Station
• London (Earls Court), West Cromwell Road, Tesco, Stop D

831 - Glasgow to/from London

This service between Glasgow and London   will call at the following stops

• Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station, Killermont Street
• Edinburgh, North St David Street, Thistle Street
• Berwick-upon-Tweed, Golden Square, The Coffee Shop
• Alnwick, Willowburn Avenue, adjacent Homebase
• Newcastle-upon-Tyne Coach Station, St James Boulevard
• Darlington, Feethams, opposite Town Hall
• Leeds Bus and Coach Station, Dyer Street
• Sheffield (Meadowhall), Interchange

832 - Glasgow to/from Birmingham

This service between Glasgow and Birmingham will call at the following stops

• Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus and Coach Station, Canal Street
• Leicester, St Margaret's Bus Station
• Birmingham Airport, Terminal 1, Comet Road, Stop G

833 - Glasgow to/from London

• Carlisle Bus Station, Lonsdale Street
• Penrith Rail Station
• Birmingham Coach Station, Digbeth
• London (Golders Green), Golders Green Road/Finchley Road, Stop GT

834 - Edinburgh to/from London

This service between Edinburgh and London   will call at the following stops

• Edinburgh Bus Station, Elder Street

835 - Glasgow to/from London

This service between Glasgow and London will call at the following stops:

837 - Edinburgh to/from London

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Children aged between approximately 4 years and 11 years or up to 150cm tall may use booster seats, we carry a limited number onboard most coaches along with our comfort fit seat belts.

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With plenty of new and old-favourite destinations to explore, check out the best selection of Christmas market breaks by coach and air. Get a festive filling of Gluwein in a range of UK and European locations like Brussels, Bruges, Edinburgh , Paris , Prague, Valkenburg, the Black Forest, York , Berlin, Vienna, Barcelona, Krakow and more!

Christmas Markets have been around in Europe since the late middle ages and are a great place to look for stocking fillers and get the whole family into the spirit of Christmas. Markets usually take place during the last week of November through to December, with stalls selling a range of wonderful products including hot mulled wine for the adults and cookies (among other treats) for the children. They're also a great place for the locals to showcase their talents with a range of handmade items such as nutcrackers, candles, music boxes and other decorations, all of which make great Christmas gifts. Nativity scenes, skating rinks and Christmas trees all add to the magical winter wonderland setting with twinkling lights.

Germany is the birthplace of the Christmas Market where you can shop to a magical backdrop of cathedrals and candlelit caves. You should visit German Christmas Markets if you want to escape commercialism and swap it for a more traditional and authentic shopping experience beneath a sky of twinkling fairy lights. Popular markets in Germany are Cologne, Rüdesheim, Berlin and Aachen. You should also, if budgets allow, take a cruise along The Rhine where you will also get the opportunity to visit a few destinations. 

Although extremely popular, Germany isn't the only place to visit, you should also experience the Christmas Markets in Holland where you are taken underground to follow a cobweb of candlelit corridors to a beautiful velvet cave setting for the Valkenburg Xmas Market. Belgium is another great place for Christmas Markets with its sparkling winter settings and traditional delicacies of ' klaasjes ' and 'speculoos' in Bruges, Ypres and Liege. Other continental Christmas Markets can be found in France, Switzerland, Italy and the Czech Republic.

A variety of markets can also be found in the UK for those of you who do not wish to travel far, but would still like to soak up the festive spirit. UK Christmas often have a continental theme bringing over French, German or Italian traders. You'll find them in a variety of venues from town centres to stately homes such as Chatsworth House with some taking place over a weekend and others lasting a lot longer.

It doesn't matter which Christmas Market break venue you visit, you'll find stalls to explore, goods to sample and festive carols combining, where you can lose yourself in the holiday spirit.

Tis' the season to be jolly! The Door2Tour.com Miniguide to Christmas Markets.

What do i wear.

The majority are held outside so make sure that you dress suitably for spending time in the open air. Warm clothing, comfortable shoes and a brolly should help you deal with the British weather in winter.

What should I take?

Layers, layers and more layers as it's chilly outside. Loose change or small currency notes are also advisable for the stalls as credit or debit cards are not always accepted. Take a big bag and some 'J' cloths or kitchen towels to protect those delicate gifts you've purchased.

Plan your trip?

It's worthwhile visiting the websites for the Christmas Market that you intend to visit so you can find out who will be exhibiting and what delights will be on offer. Some also provide programmes that you can download but if you can't find a particular stall, ask the friendly guides who will be happy to help.

Avoid the hustle and bustle

If you want a more leisurely experience, visiting the markets on weekdays would be best. Evenings tend to be busier than the daytime, whereas Monday to Thursday nights are usually the quietest. Expect the weekends to be busy and crowded.

Are the markets easily accessible?

The majority are suitable for wheelchair users but it might be worth considering that some are located on cobbled streets (not suitable for high heels) and there could be narrow alleyways to contend with.

Where can I eat and drink? You'll be spoilt for choice when it comes to food and drink with many stalls offering Glühwein, Bratwurst, Christmas Stollen, Lebkuchen, hot chocolate, mince pies and mulled wine. Make time to eat in a traditional cafe or restaurant if you're visiting a continental market.

Can I take photographs?

Yes you can but photography should be for personal use only.

Can I bring the children with me?

Of course, children are welcome at any of the Christmas Markets but must be accompanied by an adult at all times. They're a great experience for the whole family to get into the spirit of Christmas.

What will I find at the Christmas Markets? Christmas Markets are perfect for finding that elusive Xmas gift for someone who has everything! You'll find traditional handicrafts, lighting, decorations, nutcrackers, candles, glass baubles, music boxes and wonderful edible treats!

What else can I do there?

As well as exploring your Christmas Market of choice, make time to see some of the sights in the city you're visiting. These can vary from churches and museums to baroque palaces, shopping arcades and popular tourist attractions.

What better way to get into the Christmas spirit than by visiting one of these great destinations in the UK and across Europe:

York - St Nicholas Fayre  Enjoy the historic charm of medieval York at Christmas. A great destination to take in the sights, sounds and tastes of Christmas. 

Leeds - Christskindelmarkt Leeds' traditional German market, Christkindelmarkt, brings a taste of Germany to Leeds. With the authentic wooden chalets, Christmas carousel ride and a range of festive treats. This seasonal event is not to be missed. 

Lincoln  Experience a truly festive time in Lincoln this Christmas time. The gothic cathedral provides the perfect backdrop and with over 200 stalls to browse around, you will not be disappointed with this traditional Christmas fair. 

Edinburgh  The Scottish capitals' Christmas event does not disappoint, with traditional wooden stalls, rides for the whole family and atmospheric ice rink. The perfect place to get you in the seasonal spirit. 

Bath  Located in the centre of Bath, amid stunning architecture, this famous Market is a great way to immerse yourself in the Christmas Spirit. With a picture perfect backdrop of Bath Abbey and the Roman Baths there are around 120 chalet stalls with a great selection of fantastic gift ideas, locally produced food and drink - you will be spoilt for choice when finding that unique Christmas gift.

Rudesheim  Set in the Old Quarter, Christmas is a fabulous time to visit this quaint German town. Beautifully decorated with twinkling Christmas lights, Rüdesheim is the perfect destination where you'll find a market consisting of 120 stalls selling a large collection of food and gifts perfect for that unique Christmas present. 

Valkenburg Velvet Caves One of the most popular destinations in Europe at this time of year, the Valkenburg Christmas Markets are unique for one reason – they are held in an underground network of caves! The caves are full to bursting of stalls selling gifts and food perfect for a great Christmas present. The caves are also beautifully decorated with impressive mural paintings, twinkling lights and sculptures.

Brussels As the largest market in Belgium, it has over 240 stalls full of handmade crafts, unusual stocking fillers and speciality food and drink. Located in the heart of Europe, Brussels rises to the festive occasion with a beautifully decorated Town Hall and Guild Houses – adding up to the perfect pre-Christmas getaway! 

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Whether Christmas for you is the most wonderful time of the year or a chance to unwind and recuperate, we have a wonderful set of festive coach holidays to keep you entertained this Christmas period. Offering the chance to have unfettered festive cheer, our magical Christmas coach holiday packages could be the very thing to put at the top of your list.

Get away this holiday season

Why not get away this festive season and enjoy some extra special Christmas magic in a new place? It is our passion to offer our customers the best coach holiday experience every time and we are confident that the spirit of Christmas will elevate your trip and give you the chance to make truly magical memories.

We may be running the risk of blowing our own festive horn but our range of coach trips and excursions over the festive season truly has something to offer everyone. From our Big Band Festive Night in Nottingham and the twinkling magic of the Belton House Light Trail in Lincoln to a picturesque West Country Christmas in Plymouth.

Christmas, Twixmas and New Year

With trips available in the run up to Christmas, the Twixmas period or over the New Year, we have got a range of options to suit you whatever your calendar commitments. With trips spanning 2 – 6 days you can choose where takes your fancy and what will work for you and your loved ones over the xmas holidays. Many families find themselves at a loose end between Christmas and New Year celebrations which is why we offer a number of Twixmas excursions so you and yours can make the most of your time together in the inbetween.

Door to door pick ups

With convenient door to door pick ups our Christmas coach holidays couldn’t be easier. Our expert team have curated the most fantastic stop offs and found gorgeous accommodation in beautiful settings. With wonderful dining and hotels as well as extra special festive entertainment you won’t have a dull moment or indeed have to worry about logistics of getting to and from activities. Once you climb aboard, all there is to do is sink back into your seat and open yourself to the comfort and joy of your xmas coach holiday.

Enjoy our luxury coaches

Our fantastic fleet of top spec coaches mean that your travel time is an enjoyable part of the holiday experience. Whilst onboard you can enjoy your own roomy seat, air conditioning and onboard toilets for your comfort and convenience. For some of our longer trips on our executive coaches there is onboard entertainment and refreshments available so you can enjoy yourself with your loved ones as the miles pass.

When it comes to coach travel we have the customer experience, satisfaction and safety at the top of our list. Our unparalleled expertise in scheduling and running our coach trips come into their own at Christmas time so you can enjoy your trip knowing every last detail has been carefully attended to. Our uniformed and highly trained drivers have the knowledge and experience to keep you safe and heading in the right direction on time at each stage of your holiday.

If you would like to speak to a member of our friendly bookings team to find out how we can make your next Christmas coach holiday the best yet, call 01564 797000 or email us on [email protected] .

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Christmas 2024

Christmas is by far our busiest time of year for coach trips, and 2024 will be no exception! In fact, we're added a load of extra options for this Christmas to give you even more choice than ever!

Whether you want Christmas shopping, family fun or a weekend away with your mates, you'll find something for everyone on this page!

Coach trips operated by Mynt Travel

The trips below  are operated by the Mynt Travel team, meaning aswell as what's mentioned below, you'll get a dedicated tour rep plus complimentary snacks on the coach journey!

23rd November 2024 for 1 nights

Birmingham is where it all started for Mynt - it was our first ever overnight coach trip! It's always a popular choice thanks to it being the home of Europe's largest Christmas market, aswell as a massive shopping centre and great bars & restaurants.

£125pp including Executive coach travel and 1 night at the 3* Ibis Styles Birmingham City Centre including breakfast.

£159pp including Executive coach travel and 1 night at the 4* Radisson Blu Birmingham City Centre including breakfast.

Book today for a deposit of £40pp

Bicester Village & Oxford

New for 2024 - we've added this due to popular demand for a trip to Bicester Village. This Oxfordshire designer outlet has over 150 stores so it makes the perfect place for some Christmas shopping! We'll then head to beautiful Oxford where you can enjoy a great meal or a night on the town, followed by a wander around it's shops and attractions on Sunday!

£129 per person or £159 to go solo including executive coach travel, 1 nights at the Holiday Inn Oxford including breakfast with a visit to Bicester Village and time at leisure in Oxford.​

Book today for a deposit of £50pp

Liverpool & Chester

29th November 2024 for 2 nights

New for 2024 - we've added this due to popular demand for a trip to Liverpool. This wonderful city captured our hearts during Eurovision so we can't wait to head back to enjoy everything that it has to offer! We'll also be stopping into Chester on the journey up for some lunch and a look around it's Christmas Market!

£219 per person or £299 to go solo including executive coach travel, 2 nights at the Mercure Atlantic Tower (Liverpool City Centre) including breakfast with a visit to Chester and time at leisure in Liverpool.​

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Salisbury & Portsmouth

30th November 2024 for 1 night

New for 2024 - Portsmouth is home to Gunwharf Quays, the South Coasts leading designer shopping outlet and home to over 90 famous brands up to 60% all day every day. It's also a great night out! So it was a no-brainer for our Christmas programme, plus we'll be stopping off for an afternoon at leisure in Salisbury on the way!

£139 per person or £179 to go solo including executive coach travel, 1 nights at the Portsmouth Marriott including breakfast with a visit to Gunwharf Quays and time at leisure in Salisbury & Portsmouth.​

London (optional Winter Wonderland add-on)

7th December 2024 for 1 night

London is an ideal pre-Christmas visit, it of course has the UK's best shopping scene, plus all of it's attractions, theatre shows, bars & restaurants make it a prime city to visit at this time of year, plus why not add-on tickets for Hyde Park Winter Wonderland to really get into the Christmas spirit! ​

Prices include 1 night at The Tower Hotel in Central London including breakfast.

£190pp based on 2 sharing

£165pp based on 3 sharing

£290 to go solo!

Add Winter Wonderland tickets for £5 per person.

Polar Express & GloWild

A magical overnight trip to GloWild at Paignton Zoo following by a morning with the Conductor and his chefs at The Polar Express!  ​

Hogwarts in the Snow

8th December 2024 - Daytrip

A daytrip to Harry Potter World at the Warner Brothers Studios for Hogwarts in The Snow!  ​

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14th December 2024 - Daytrip

Join us for one of our most popular daytrips, to Bath's famous Christmas Market. We're so lucky to have Bath so closeby as it's easily one of our favourite cities to visit at Christmas! ​

£30 per person including executive coach travel, a glass of Prosecco on the journey there and at least 6 hours to explore Bath. ​

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Polar Express

Our most popular trips of the year are to the South Devon Railway for the Polar Express.

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Luxury London Break

29th December 2024 for 1 night

Always stuck for things to do in the lull between Christmas and New Year? Why not join us on this luxury break to one of London's leading hotels, The Waldorf. We've also arranged an Afternoon Tea included in the price! You'll also have plenty of time at leisure and don't forget that we can add tickets to London shows & attractions to this package. ​

Price includes return executive coach travel, 1 night at The Waldorf Hotel including breakfast and Afternoon Tea.

£219pp based on 2 sharing

£299 to go solo!

Book today for a deposit of £65pp

Coach trips operated by our partners

If you don't see something you fancy above, check out the below trips which are operated by our trusted partners. You'll still experience comfortable executive coaches, a friendly team and outstanding service, you'll just have to bring your own snacks!

9th November 2024 for 1 night

An overnight trip including a visit to Harry Potter World at the Warner Brothers Studios for Hogwarts in The Snow!  ​

Chester & Liverpool

15th November 2024 for 2 nights

A visit to Chester is a delight, especially at the festive season. Explore the Christmas market, the unique ‘Rows’ of two tiered shops, wander down to the River Dee or stroll around the City Walls. You'll also enjoy an excursion to Liverpool.

£229 per person including executive coach travel, 2 nights at the Beaufort Park Hotel in New Brighton including evening meal & breakfast with visits to Chester, Ludlow & Liverpool.​

Chatsworth House & The North

Explore beautiful Chatsworth House which will be delightfully decorated for the festive period, along with time at leisure in Bakewell, Lincoln and York

£269 per person or £319 to go solo, including executive coach travel, 2 nights at the Best Western Plus West Retford including evening meal & breakfast, entry to Chatsworth House and visits to Bakewell, Lincoln & York.​

Christmas at Kew Gardens & The London Eye

22nd November 2024 for 2 nights

Enjoy a relaxing few days in London whilst visiting the spectacular light displays at Kew Gardens, soaring high on the London Eye and time at leasure in the city of London.

£309 per person or £379 to go solo, including executive coach travel, 2 nights at the Holiday Inn Shepperton including evening meal & breakfast, entry to Christmas at Kew Gardens, tickets for the London Eye & time at leisure in London.​

Dance Through the Decades Christmas Shopper

Two nights break with four of the country’s best tribute acts. The first night will feature tribute acts from each of 40’s, 50’s. The final night will celebrate the 60’s & 70s with a tribute artiste from each of these decades. All organized and presented by your resident DJ/Host and of course dancing each night.

£279 per person or £319 to go solo, including executive coach travel, 2 nights at the Delta by Marriott Warwick including evening meal & breakfast, two tribute nights and excursions to Birmingham, Worcester & Stratford-upon-Avon.​

York, Chester & Manchester

Enjoy a traditional Christmas celebration in York’s St Nicholas Fair, certainly one not to be missed. With additional Christmas shopping opportunities in wonderful Chester and one of the biggest and liveliest Christmas Markets in the country - Manchester.

£239 per person or £289 to go solo, including executive coach travel, 2 nights at the Cedar Court Hotel in Bradford including evening meal & breakfast, plus to Chester, York & Manchester.​

A 3 Day weekend getaway staying in central London at the St Giles Hotel with breakfast included, time at leisure in this amazing city and admission to Hyde Park Winter Wonderland

£259 per person or £359 to go solo, including executive coach travel and 2 nights at the St. Giles Hotel in London including breakfast. Add entry to Hyde Park Winter Wonderland for £10pp.​

Festive Cotswolds

A festive weekend break away to Blenheim Palace and the picturesque villages of the Cotswolds.

£169 per person or £229 to go solo, including executive coach travel, 1 night at the Best Western Linton Lodge in Oxford including breakfast, entry to Blenheim Palace, plus time at leisure in Bourton on the Water, Stow in the Wold and Moreton in Marsh.​

Thursford Christmas Spectacular

6th December 2024 for 2 nights

A weekend at the amazing Thursford Christmas Spectacular staying at the Palm Court Hotel. This ultimate Christmas weekend will get you kick started in your christmas shopping or help you finish it off!

£339 per person including executive coach travel, 2 nights at the Palm Court Hotel in Great Yarmouth including breakfast, entry to the Thursford Christmas Spectacular, plus time at leisure in Cambridge & Great Yarmouth.​

The Ultimate Christmas Shopper

The ultimate Christmas market weekend staying near Winchester at the 4* Norton Park Hotel with days in Bath, Windsor, Winchester and Salisbury.

£269 per person or £319 to go solo including executive coach travel, 2 nights at the Norton Park Hotel & Spa including breakfast and evening meal, plus time at leisure in Bath, Windsor, Winchester & Salisbury.​

Festive Cocktail Christmas Shopper

An amazing one night away to get your Christmas shop on, head over to Birmingham to enjoy the Frankfurt Christmas Market and also enjoy at leisure the Stratford Upon Avon Christmas Market. You will also join the Shakespeare Distillery with a Cocktail Masterclass with a welcome cocktail for all our guests plus learning how to create two different cocktails, the ideal festive getaway for those Cocktail fanatics.

£139 per person or £169 to go solo, including executive coach travel, 1 nights at the Holiday Inn Leamington Spa including breakfast and evening meal, time at leisure in Birmingham & Stratford-upon-Avon plus a Christmas Cocktail Masterclass at the Shakespeare Distillery.​

ABBA Voyage & London

For more info, see your dedicated ABBA Voyage page by clicking here .

Mystery Getaway

14th December 2024 for 1 night

We'd love to tell you more - but we can't! ​

£119 per person or £149 to go solo, including executive coach travel, 1 night accommodation including breakfast and the rest is a mystery!​

Polar Express & Sail with Santa

Enchanted Christmas at Disneyland Paris

15th December 2024 for 3 nights

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Drinks Ahoy & Chocolate Fun

20th December 2024 for 2 nights

An adults only 2 night getaway with fun and laughter. Come aboard one of Skipton Boat Trips canal boats and enjoy a 2 hour boat tour with a fantastic selection of cocktails with music. You will also head to the amazing York Chocolate Story, You’ll uncover a host of surprising secrets and fascinating facts behind York’s greatest chocolate products.

£299 per person or £399 to go solo, including executive coach travel, 2 nights at the Novotel Leeds City Centre including breakfast, Cocktail canal cruise, entry to the York Chocolate Story and time at leisure in York, Harrogate & Leeds.​

Polar Express & Longleat Festival of Lights

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Lochs and Glens Holidays offer coach tours to Scotland throughout the entire year therefore offering the chance to see Scotland in all its beauty. Whether you prefer the light breeze of spring or the cold and darker winters, we have itineraries every month to suit the climate of your choice.

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At Lochs and Glens Holidays, we own 6 hotels that offer different itineraries to suit everyone’s tastes. Our hotels are located in some of the most beautiful and rural parts of Scotland making them tranquil and unique. Our coach tours include all advertised excursions, dinner, bed and breakfast with evening entertainment every night.

Ardgartan Hotel

Trip Advisor Travel Rating

• Lochs & Glens flagship hotel
• Offering panoramic views of Loch Long
• Overlooked by the Arrochar Alps

Highland Hotel

• Originally built as a Victorian Railway Hotel
• Within walking distance of Fort William town centre
• Views across Loch Linnhe and the distance Sunart hills

Loch Tummel Hotel

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• The first custom built hotel for Lochs & Glens
• Nestled in the heart of Perthshire
• Surrounding area steeped in Scottish history of clan battles and Jacobite rebellions

Loch Awe Hotel

• Built in 1881 to accommodate the tourist boom in the Highlands
• Views of Kilchurn Castle - the base of the mighty Campbells of Glenorchy for 150 years
• Retains its own scenic train line to Oban and Glasgow

Loch Achray Hotel

• Situated in the heart of the Trossachs
• Overlooked by the towering Ben Venue
• Queen Victoria frequently visited the area on her tours to Scotland

Inversnaid Hotel

• Tucked away on the north eastern banks of Loch Lomond
• Sits on the West Highland Way route
• Once a hunting lodge for the Duke of Montrose

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Lochs and Glens Holidays is a family owned coach-tour holiday company with 6 of our own hotels, all in stunning Highland locations. Enjoy the comfort of our modern coaches as you soak up the awe-inspiring landscapes and tour Scotland’s historic past. Relax in one of our fabulous hotels after a day of exploring the best that Scotland has to offer. As the premier company for coach holidays to Scotland, our dedicated teams have been perfecting our holidays for over 40 years.

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The hotel was good and the staff were very friendly and helpful. Had a lovely bedroom, very spacious. The only problem was my diet as I am a vegan but it was solved on the second day.

The staff go out of their way to help sort queries out. I fell unwell during my recent holiday at Ardgartan and I was treated with much kindness and respect as always. All the hotels are exceptional and spotless.

Mrs Douglas

A really well organised fully comprehensive holiday. It took us to places we would never visit alone and provided lovely accommodation, entertainment and food as well.

This was our forth holiday with Lochs and Glens and once again we were not disappointed. The Ardgarton Hotel is beautiful surrounded by stunning scenery. Friendly staff, always had a smile and nothing too much trouble. Well done to Lochs and Glens and …

We had a brilliant time, nothing was too much trouble. Staff were excellent. Hotel rooms spotless and the food was very good as so was the service.Thank you for a great holiday Mr & Mrs Byford

Mr & Mrs Byford

The whole experience was excellent, from the moment I boarded the coach. Even though it was a long journey from Devon this was broken up with appropriate stops along the way. The drivers especially Allan and the staff at the hotel were, friendly, appro…

Pauline Jones

I've been with lochs and glens for a few years now and as for the first time, I've enjoyed every minute the staff, management,the cleanliness off the rooms and hotel are worth the stay,food excellent,tours out great and Brian our driver as always makes…

Was a lovely holiday right from the 6.30am pickup. Everything went to plan with no hiccups. Ardgarten hotel was beautiful and our room overlooked the loch. Food and entertainment was very good and we will definitely travel with Lochs and Glens again.

Hotel staff and hotel and food fantastic thankyou only thing missing for us was someone to play an old time waltz we do understand hard to cover all types of entertainers so do not think we complaining just like a waltz excellent all round holiday and …

Lovely hotel in wonderful surroundings. Extremely pleasant and helpful staff. Extremely good value for money

We really enjoyed the holiday everything was first class our driver was fantastic in every way excellent driving friendly and helpful his explanations of places we went through passed or to were very good. The hotel was fantastic staff were were excell…

Good Morning, I’ve just returned from Mountains and Mistletoe holiday at Loch Awe Hotel. I feel compelled to write and let you know that this holiday was absolutely amazing. The Hotel was immaculate and decorated with Christmas Trees and decorations. T…

The service at the Ardgartan is on a parallel, it is truly EXCEPTIONAL. The attention to detail, in this stunning hotel is impressive indeed. Nothing is too much trouble for the staff. With a dairy allergy, the breakfast table is well equipped with no…

Dear Lochs and Glens, we have recently returned from a break at the Loch Awe Hotel. I just want to say 'thank you'. We had a fabulous time. The hotel we loved, all the staff wonderful, nothing was too much trouble and so polite/courteous. Food wonderfu…

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Former jets head coach eric mangini slams aaron rodgers for 'all the noise that is brought into the building', share this article.

Former New York Jets head coach Eric Mangini believes that Aaron Rodgers’ absence from last month’s minicamp is the direct opposite of what the organization needs heading into the season.

Rodgers missed mandatory minicamp last month to take a trip to Egypt. For Rodgers, it was the first time all offseason that he missed a workout or a practice at the Jets facility.

And because it is the Jets, the situation is now a huge talking point and one that is under the microscope. Rodgers, a future Hall of Fame quarterback, is coming off a season-ending Achilles injury that he suffered in Week 1 of the regular season.

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Despite the injury, Rodgers did not take time off from the team and has been fully engaged in offseason workouts. But the optics of the trip, according to Mangini, is what matters the most right now.

But Mangini, who coached the Jets from 2006-08 , sees the timing of the trip as something that the Jets as an organization simply don’t need ahead of a season of expectations. In speaking on ‘The Herd,’ Mangini believes that the minicamp miss by Rodgers is an important issue for the team.

“It all matters and I really like Aaron Rodgers as a quarterback, and I predicted that the Jets would win the division last year if Aaron had played – and I do believe that he still has the ability to win,” Mangini said on FS1 this week. “What’s disappointing about that situation is he was the one that talked about the importance of limiting distraction. He was the one that would talk about the importance of focusing on only football. “And all the things that he preaches in the press conference. And then you get in this situation where he misses the mandatory minicamp, and I get that he was at the voluntary part and I think that’s great. But it’s not a secret when mandatory minicamp is. This year was actually a little bit earlier than last year’s mandatory mini-camp for the Jets. And then you understand when vacation is and if you have a trip that’s planned, you can set it up in a way that it doesn’t disturb the one thing that you’re required to do in the off season.

Mangini then went all-in on the importance of Rodgers missing minicamp in terms of the big picture for the Jets.

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“So it does it matter, in the grand scheme of things, in terms of him missing those two days is going to dramatically change how he performs, or the other group performs? No, but it’s more indicative of all the noise that’s brought into the building that’s so unnecessary and distracts from everything else that they’re trying to get,” Mangini said. “And at the end of the day, if he doesn’t win this year – he’s gone. The coaching staff is gone. And the Jets are starting – probably the GM is gone. Everybody’s starting over.”

Mangini led the Jets to the playoffs in 2006, their only postseason appearance in his three years with the organization. He has an overall record of 23-25 from his time in New York.

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Dad found dead in Magaluf with cuts and bites wasn’t killed by ‘hit and run’

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A dad who was found dead in Magaluf with glass cuts, scratches and bites on his body was not killed by a suspected ‘hit and run’, an autopsy has ruled.

Michael Grant collapsed and was found unresponsive in Martin Ros Street near the Punta Ballena strip on the Spanish island of Majorca at around 4.30am on Monday.

A coroner initially reported he’d suffered injuries thought to be consistent with having been hit by a car, which included cuts to his knee and leg, as well as a back wound with glass still inside.

The 45-year-old, who was on holiday with his wife Leanne, two of their children and other families from Ireland, was also discovered with scratches and bite marks on his shoulder and chest.

But now medical examiners have concluded there is no evidence to support the theory he was involved in a traffic accident.

It was confirmed during the post-mortem carried out yesterday that Michael, a physiotherapist from Waterford, Munster, had taken cocaine as well as consuming alcohol before he died.

Further tests are now taking place at a specialist lab in Barcelona to determine whether or not the Class A drug he took contributed to what happened in any way, while a police investigation is also still ongoing.

According to local reports, saliva samples have been taken from the two bite marks to try and work out who is responsible and whether they were inflicted during an assault.

Detectives are still analysing CCTV footage from cameras in the area near to where the holidaymaker was found dead for any clues.

He had reportedly taken a wrong turn and became separated from other members of his group after spending the afternoon drinking by his hotel pool before going out partying.

They were staying at the four-star Sol Katmandu Park and Resort in Magaluf which describes itself online as a popular hotel for families with young children.

A security guard who raised the alarm told investigating police he had seen the man collapse and fall to the ground, but despite attempts to revive him, he was pronounced dead at the scene.

Police informed his family after tracking them down to where they were staying by retrieving his name from a hotel wristband he was wearing at the time.

A Civil Guard spokesman said on Monday before the post-mortem: ‘This death does not appear to be crime-related in any way but the autopsy will be key to determining what happens next.’

A well-placed source close to the investigation said yesterday: ‘The injuries the holidaymaker had were not life-threatening and this investigation is neither a murder or homicide probe at this stage, nor do we expect it to become one.

‘But we are looking into the hours leading up to his death because something has happened that needs to be properly explained.

‘Everything is pointing to this man being involved in some sort of altercation and being hit by a car in incidents that may or may not be unrelated.

‘There are still a lot of unanswered questions we need to try to get to the bottom of.’

Following his sudden death, tributes poured in for Michael, who was a popular local youth football coach.

‘Michael died suddenly whilst on holidays with family and friends,’ a notice issued on RIP.ie read.

St Joseph’s AFC Waterford, where Michael was a coach, also issued a heartfelt tribute.

The club said: ‘It is with a heavy heart that we inform you of the sudden shock passing of our dearest club member and head child coach, Michael Grant.

‘As many of you know, Michael was more than just a coach to us – he was a beloved friend and as a club and for his family we need time to process this devastating loss.

‘Michael was an integral part of our community, and his absence will be profoundly felt.

‘He was not just a coach but a mentor and a friend to all the children and adult members at St Joseph’s.’

St Joseph’s AFC said Michael’s dedication, passion, and love for the kids was ‘evident in everything he did’.

‘He cherished every one of them,’ the club added. ‘And I’m sure you will all agree that his impact was immeasurable.

‘We extend our heartfelt condolences to Michael’s family: his wife Leanne, their children Kayleigh, Niamh, Shay and Sophia, his parents Sam and Marie, his brothers, sisters and extended family.

‘Our thoughts and prayers are with them during this incredibly difficult time.

‘We also want to acknowledge the grief and shock that our own children and members are experiencing.

‘Michael was a significant part of their lives, and his loss is deeply personal to each of us.

‘Michael, sleep well, dear friend. You will be missed forever, but your legacy and the love you shared will never be forgotten and will always live on in our club.’

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Can Ole Miss Play For an SEC Title in 2024?

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There is a lot of talk centering around the Ole Miss Rebels ' chances to make the College Football Playoff this season, and rightfully so. But can they also achieve another program-first in 2024 and reach the SEC Championship Game?

The SEC Championship Game has been played since 1992 to crown the winner of the Southeastern Conference, and although Ole Miss has had some talented teams in that span, it has never been able to get over the hump and play in this contest. The Rebels' last conference title came in 1963, long before the advent of the SEC title game.

Could that change this season? Ole Miss is obviously one of the most popular picks to reach the newly-expanded College Football Playoff, but what about a trip to Atlanta to play for a conference title? Since the SEC is scrapping its division model this season thanks to Oklahoma and Texas joining the league, all the Rebels would need to do is finish second overall in the conference standings to make this trip.

Recently, The Sporting News released three bold predictions for Ole Miss' 2024 season, and one of these was that the Rebels will, in fact, play for a conference title. You can view an excerpt from the piece below.

"Given their 11-win season and all of the transfer momentum, there's a very real path for Ole Miss to fight their way into the conference title game. The Georgia Bulldogs are likely the favorite to win the conference, but the rest of the field is wide open for a Rebels run."

If Georgia did reach the SEC title alongside Ole Miss, it would set up a rematch of a regular season game that is scheduled to take place in Oxford on Nov. 9.

The Rebels' primary goal this season should be to reach the CFP, with or without an SEC championship. But if Ole Miss is good enough to be in the running for a playoff berth, it stands to reason that it could play for a conference title at the same time.

Alongside no longer having to fight through the SEC West, Lane Kiffin's team also has the advantage of a somewhat-favorable schedule in 2024. A road trip to Baton Rouge to face LSU is Ole Miss' toughest game on paper, next to the home date with Georgia.

Not facing the Alabama Crimson Tide could go a long way in boosting the Rebels' shot at making this ever-elusive trip to Atlanta.

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Planning on traveling for the Fourth of July holiday? Here’s how to avoid the rush

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NEW YORK (AP) — The Fourth of July is right around the corner, and the travel rush is already heating up.

Millions of Americans are preparing to get out of town sometime in the coming holiday week. That will likely mean busy roads, as well as packed airports and train stations.

Motor club AAA projects that some 70.9 million travelers will head 50 miles (80 kilometers) or more from their homes over a nine-day Independence Day travel period — surpassing pre-pandemic numbers for the U.S. holiday. And the Transportation Security Administration expects to screen over 32 million individuals in airports from this Thursday through July 8, up 5.4% from last year’s numbers.

Are you traveling for the Fourth? Here’s a rundown of what you need to know.

When is the best time to hit the road for July Fourth?

Smooth sailing for travel around any holiday is never a given. But avoiding the most hectic times, when others are rushing out of town, is a good way to start.

If you’re traveling by car for the Fourth of July, it’s best to hit the road in the morning, according to transportation data and insights provider INRIX. Peak traffic congestion varies by location, INRIX data published by AAA shows, but the worst times to drive on, or leading up to, the holiday are generally between 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Either way, be prepared for the roads to be jammed.

“Road trips over the holiday week could take up to 67% longer than normal,” Bob Pishue, transportation analyst at INRIX, said in a prepared statement.

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July Fourth falls on a Thursday this year, and many travelers will likely take Friday July 5th off to extend their trip into a four-day weekend. Drivers in large metro areas can expect the biggest delays on Wednesday July 3 and Sunday July 7 — as travelers leave and return to town, Pishue added.

And if you’re renting a car ahead of July Fourth, the busiest pickup days will be Friday, Saturday and Wednesday before the holiday, AAA notes.

When will airports be busiest?

Airports will also likely be packed all week long — but the TSA expects most people will take to the skies on Friday.

It anticipates that it will screen more than 3 million individuals Friday. That would surpass the agency’s current record for most people screened on a single day, which reached just under 3 million last Sunday.

“We expect this summer to be our busiest ever,” TSA Administrator David Pekoske said, adding that travel typical peaks around Independence Day.

Last year, the busiest day for Fourth of July air travel was also the Friday ahead of the holiday, TSA data shows. If past trends hold, travel will likely be higher on the days before and after the Fourth — particularly closer to the weekend. In 2023, for example, more than 2 million people were screened on the Fourth, which landed on a Tuesday last year, down from 2.88 million the Friday before.

What should I do if my flight is delayed or canceled?

Flights can be delayed or canceled for an array of reasons — from plane-specific mechanical problems to major storms impacting popular travel paths.

If your flight is canceled, airlines are required to provide refunds for customers, even if the cancellation is due to weather . Delays are trickier, because they typically have to meet certain criteria for relief, such as refunds or compensation — but carriers will often give customers to chance to switch to alternative flights, if available, at no cost.

In April, the Biden administration issued final rules that include requiring airlines to provide automatic cash refunds within a few days for canceled flights and “significant” delays. Those rules are set to take effect over the next two years, but the Department of Transportation has a site that lets consumers see the commitments each airline has made for refunds and covering other expenses when flights are canceled or significantly delayed.

Always check your itinerary before leaving home

It’s better to be stuck at home than locked in hourslong traffic or stranded in an airport terminal. Before heading out the door this holiday week, do yourself a favor and check the status of your travel plans.

Was your flight, train or bus ride delayed? Are there are traffic incidents set to disrupt your drive? And what about the weather? A quick look through your itinerary — such as trip updates on a carrier’s website — checking weather forecasts and monitoring traffic safety through services like the 511 hotline or your phone’s navigation apps can go a long way toward avoiding travel misery.

Here are a few more tips to keep in mind:

— Leave early: There are more people everywhere during a holiday week, so lines will be longer and roads will be busier. Give yourself more time to get to your destination or to make your way through airport security.

— Keep an eye on the weather — and not just for your destination: Look at the weather for your entire travel path. Even if it’s sunny skies both at home and the place you’re headed, it’s important to keep an eye out for any storms in between. You may need to do some rerouting.

— Be kind: A trip delay or cancellation can be really frustrating — but if you’re running into disruptions, chances are others are too. Customer service agents have a lot on their plate at this time of year, and it’s important to be patient and respectful as they try to help you.

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