A Scottish Highlands Christmas

Posted by Mike Gerrard Nov 14, 2006

Tucked away in the heart of the Cairngorm National Park in The Scottish Highlands is the Macdonald Aviemore Highland Resort. The resort is the gateway to some of Scotland’s most breathtaking scenery. With the UK’s only reindeer centre a few miles away and the chance to sleddog with huskies it’s the perfect place to capture the Christmas spirit – and you never know, it might even be white!

The family-friendly resort boasts extensive shopping facilities. ‘The Brands are Gathering’ has famous names including Paul Costello, Miss Sixty and Ralph Lauren, as well as gifts, toys and books for all the family and fine Scottish foods and delicacies.

Dining in the hotel varies, with five restaurants to choose from. They range from the fine dining Aspects serving locally sourced gourmet dishes, to the Highland Food Court, which offers good value family food.

Santa Break

This two day break is ideal for families. Kids can meet Santa in his magical forest workshop to receive a free present, visit the reindeers and huskies, travel to the highest snow capped mountain, and if weather permits, can sledge on the green. Children will also love the resort’s Pantomime, Dick Whittington, and adults can enjoy the extensive spa and leisure activities. The family package, based on two adults and up to two children sharing a family room, start at £245 (US$470) for two nights. The price includes breakfast and dinner on the first night in the Highland Food Court and the Christmas cabaret dinner on the second night.

Festive Family Fun

Make a real occasion of Christmas with this four night family break. The package includes four nights accommodation, all meals, tickets to the Christmas Panto, Dick Whittington, family ceilidh, Christmas show and Christmas Day Santa parade with Rudolph the red nosed reindeer and friends, a visit to Santa’s workshop and a Boxing Day banquet. Prices start from £150 (US$285) per child and £245 (US$470) per adult.

For reservations click on their website: www.aviemorehighlandresort.com