With the last few days of Christmas shopping rapidly approaching, it’s time to take stock of things and consider what to do for the year ahead. If you’re hoping to create some unforgettable family memories in 2020, why not splash out on one last Christmas present and book an exciting and unique getaway to look forward to? Here are some of our suggestions for amazing holiday experiences to try next year, with luxurious accommodation nearby to make your escape really special.

Learn to surf

Though Newquay’s Fistral Beach is one of the UK’s most popular surfing spots, anyone looking to get started with the hobby shouldn’t be intimidated, as it’s also a perfect place for beginners to give it a go. If you’ve always dreamed of taking to the waves, why not make this the year and book a summer break in one of our fantastic holiday properties in Cornwall?

See Loch Lomond by seaplane

The Scottish Highlands offer some of the most stunning scenery the UK has to offer, making a visit the ideal Christmas gift for any true sightseer. The Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park is a particularly superb example of the area’s landscapes, with glittering lochs and soaring mountains that will take your breath away.

But for a really unique viewpoint, why not take to the air and drink in your surroundings from a bird’s-eye perspective? Loch Lomond Seaplanes offers just this experience, with daily sightseeing flights all year round that let you soar above some of Scotland’s most spectacular vistas on a journey you’ll never forget. If you’re looking for somewhere to stay close by, we have plenty of fantastic properties on offer within the gorgeous Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park. 

The Loch Lomond Lodges make the perfect escape in the Scottish countryside, offering luxurious accommodation in a tranquil location. These lodges come with their own private hot tubs and also boast unbeatable views of Loch Lomond itself, so the sightseeing needn’t stop once you step off the plane. 

Or you could head to the private estate of Highland Lodges, where you’ll find high-end lodges as well as a superb 2-bedroom cottage set amid more stunning Scottish scenery, including the amazing sight of the nearby mountain, Ben More. The estate lies alongside a 5-mile stretch of water spanning river and loch, making it ideal for aquatic pursuits such as fishing and boating, with rowboats, Canadian canoes, and fishing rods provided, and bait and tackle available from reception.

Meet a seal colony in Norfolk

Blakeney Point on the beautiful North Norfolk coast is home to the largest seal colony in England, with both grey and common seals making it their home, and animal lovers and wildlife watchers won’t want to miss their chance to see some of the 3,000 seal pups that are born here every year.

Common seals have their pups during June and August, while the larger grey seals give birth between November and January, so pick your time of year and book a boat ride from Blakeney Harbour or Morston Quay to head out and see them.

Visit the ‘Home of Golf’

The Scottish coastal town of St Andrews has a rich heritage in many ways, and is particularly notable for the part it played in the history of golfing. Known as the ‘Home of Golf’, it’s home to the oldest golf club in the world, as well as a range of courses, both old and new, sure to keep any aficionado of the game busy. You’ll even find the British Golf Museum here to make your trip complete. Why not purchase a golfing getaway as an ideal post-Christmas gift for any keen player?

We offer a superb modern town apartment, the Scores, which is situated just 150yds from the 18th green of the Old Course of the famous St Andrews Links. This spacious and stylish apartment sleeps up to 6 guests and offers easy access to the best golfing experiences around, as well as the rest of the town’s attractions.

These are just a few of the options if you’re looking for special gift ideas – book now to avoid disappointment!