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Try something different this December

23rd November 2009 Print

For those looking to try something different this Christmas and New Years Eve, take a look at bmibaby’s top recommendations for events taking place in Europe.

Alicante

Take a trip to Alicante for ‘Festitíteres’, the annual international puppet festival from 29 November to 8 December 2009. With acts from all over the world, there is a diverse programme of events, workshops and performances. The festival has been running since 1984 and attracts some of the world’s most renowned puppeteers. Visit whatsonwhen.com for more details. bmibaby flies to Alicante from Birmingham, East Midlands and Cardiff Airport. Prices start from just £19.99 one way including taxes and charges.

Belfast

From 17 November – 19 December 2009, the grounds at Belfast City Hall come alive with festivities. Dozens of stalls offer everything a Christmas shopper could desire from unusual gifts to food and drink. Visit belfastcity.gov.uk/markets/christmasmarket.asp for more details. bmibaby flies to Belfast International from Birmingham, East Midlands, Manchester and Cardiff Airport. Prices start from just £5.99 one way including taxes and charges.

Edinburgh

For a spectacle not to be missed head to Edinburgh this Christmas and witness the Great Scottish Santa Run on 13 December 2009. Hundreds of Santa’s dash through West Princes Street Gardens on a 1.5km course to raise money for children’s charities. Visit edinburghschristmas.com for more information. bmibaby flies to Edinburgh from Birmingham, East Midlands and Cardiff Airport. Prices start from just £22.99 one way including taxes and charges.

Faro

On 1 December 2009, Faro celebrates Independence Day, with a host of events taking place throughout the city. Don’t miss the street performances and carnivals, with the day culminating in a massive firework spectacular. Visit faro.world-guides.com for more information. bmibaby flies to Faro from East Midlands and Cardiff Airport. Prices start from just £19.99 one way including taxes and charges.

Glasgow

See in the New Year’s Eve with a difference in Glasgow as part of the Hogmanay celebrations. On 31 December in George Square you can experience the best Scottish live music and see in the New Year with a bang as the fireworks finale lights up the sky. Visit winterfestglasgow.com for more details. bmibaby flies to Glasgow from Birmingham and East Midlands Airport. Prices start from just £22.99 one way including taxes and charges.

Jersey

Get into the Christmas spirit in Jersey and join in with the Christmas carols in St. Heliers Royal Square on 10 December 2009. Or enjoy all your favourite Christmas flicks at Jersey Arts Centre between 19-20 December, as they show all the Christmas classics including It’s a Wonderful Life, The Polar Express and Miracle on 34th Street. Best of all both these events are free! Visit jersey.com for details. bmibaby flies to Jersey from Manchester, East Midlands and Cardiff Airport. Prices start from just £24.99 one way including taxes and charges.

Prague

Visit Prague in December and experience some of the best Christmas markets in Europe. Wenceslas Square and the Old Town Square are filled with Christmas fayre and traditional gifts and music which will definitely get people into the Christmas spirit. Visit czechtourism.com for more details. bmibaby flies to Prague from Manchester, East Midlands and Birmingham Airport. Prices start from just £19.99 one way including taxes and charges.

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