3 December Holidays Itineraries<\/h2>\n
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European Yuletide: London, Amsterdam and Bruges in 12 days<\/strong><\/h2>\nAh, beautiful Europe. There’s no better time to visit the charming cities of Western Europe than at Christmas time, when there’s magic in the air, sparkles in the trees and Christmas sales<\/del> love all around. It is a long time favourite destination for Singaporeans spending December holidays abroad.<\/p>\n![\"London](\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/londonchristmas-endofyeartravel.jpg\")
<\/h2>\nDay 1- 4: London, United Kingdom<\/strong><\/h4>\nFly to London<\/a> for days one through four to kick off your Christmas escapade. By day, hit all of the city\u2019s best Christmas-shopping hotspots: Selfridges, Fortnum & Mason and, of course, Harrods. (Take a break for a decadent hot chocolate at\u00a0Godiva Cafe at Harrods<\/a>).<\/p>\nBy night, take in a Christmas show in London\u2019s West End or enjoy some no-money fun just wandering the city to admire the Christmas lights of Oxford Street, Covent Garden and Regent Street. Stop for a cosy candlelight wine \u2013 and some cheese to die for \u2013 at\u00a0Gordon\u2019s Wine Bar<\/a>\u00a0(47 Villiers Street, London).<\/p>\nThen hop aboard the\u00a0Eurostar<\/a>\u00a0for a train ride through the famous Chunnel (Channel Tunnel) for the roughly five-hour trip to Amsterdam.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/The-West-End-20537-150x150.jpg\")
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\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\nDay 5-8: Amsterdam, The Netherlands<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\nSpend days five through eight here \u2013 the must-dos for your itinerary include the\u00a0Van Gogh Museum<\/strong>\u00a0(Museumplein 6<\/em>),\u00a0Anne Frank\u2019s House<\/strong>\u00a0(Prisengracht 263-267<\/em>) and the\u00a0Heineken Experience\u00a0<\/strong>(Stadhouderskade 78<\/em>).<\/p>\nAfter dark, lace up some skates (you can hire them) for a glide across the ice rink at Leidseplein and finish off with a warm bite to eat there in the skating village. Try the yummy poffertjes<\/em> (Dutch pancakes).<\/p>\nDay 9-12: Bruges, Belgium<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\nFinally, make your way by\u00a0train<\/a>\u00a0from Amsterdam (in about three hours) to the delightful town of Bruges, Belgium, where you\u2019ll spend the last four days of your holiday.<\/p>\nThe charming Christmas markets here will make you feel as though you\u2019ve stumbled into a vibrant fairytale.<\/p>\n
Climb the medieval\u00a0Belfort<\/a>\u00a0(Markt 7<\/em>), take a canal cruise and try the eel in green sauce \u2013 it\u2019s a specialty here. And don\u2019t forget to stock up on Belgian chocolate.<\/p>\n[tabs]<\/p>\n
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London:\u00a0Holiday Inn London \u2013 Kensington Forum<\/a><\/p>\nAmsterdam:\u00a0Hotel de Filosoof<\/a><\/p>\nBruges:\u00a0Crowne Plaza Bruges<\/a>.[\/tab]<\/p>\nGetting There = [tab title=”Getting There”\u00a0icon=”entypo-address”]Emirates offers flights\u00a0from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to London Heathrow (LHR)<\/a> with one stopover in Dubai (DXB). The airline also returns from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Kuala Lumpur, again stopping in Dubai.[\/tab]<\/p>\nVisa Requirements = [tab title=”Visa Requirements”\u00a0icon=”entypo-book”]<\/p>\n
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<\/strong><\/h2>\nChristmas, California-style: San Francisco, Napa Valley and Lake Tahoe in 14 days<\/strong><\/h2>\nAfter watching endless Hollywood movies, these American landscapes seem so familiar to us. Spend your December holidays going from reel to real with this 14-day USA Itinerary.<\/p>\n
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Day 1-4: San Francisco<\/strong><\/h4>\nThere\u2019s so much to see, do and eat in San Francisco<\/a>, you\u2019ll want to set aside at least five days to spend here.<\/p>\nAs for your to-do list, make sure you tick these boxes: be a true tourist at\u00a0Fisherman\u2019s Wharf<\/a>\u00a0(don\u2019t miss the seals at Pier 39), visit\u00a0Alcatraz prison<\/a>\u00a0also known as \u2018The Rock\u2019, walk or cycle over the\u00a0Golden Gate Bridge<\/a>, meander down the twists and turns of Lombard Street, ride a cable car and explore Chinatown and Union Square.<\/p>\nTo dine out in style, make a booking at\u00a0Boulevard<\/a>\u00a0(1 Mission Street, San Francisco) or\u00a0Gary Danko<\/a>\u00a0(800 North Point Street, San Francisco). For more touristy but fun dining options, try\u00a0The Stinking Rose<\/a>\u00a0at 325 Columbus Avenue (you must<\/em> love garlic) or the\u00a0Original Ghirardelli Ice Cream & Chocolate Shop<\/a>\u00a0at 900 North Point Street in Ghirardelli Square.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t![\"San](\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/San-Francisco-golden-gate-bridge-150x150.jpg\")
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<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\nDay 5: Napa Valley<\/strong><\/h4>\nNow that you\u2019ve primed your tastebuds, it\u2019s time to hire a car for the second \u2013 even more culinary \u2013 leg of your trip: three days in the quaint and tasty towns of\u00a0Napa Valley<\/a>.<\/p>\nLess than a 90-minute drive from San Francisco, Napa Valley is renowned as a wine region. Raise your glass for tastings at\u00a0Cakebread Cellars<\/a>\u00a0in Napa,\u00a0Honig Vineyard & Winery<\/a>\u00a0in Rutherford and\u00a0V. Sattui<\/a>\u00a0in Saint Helena. For something a bit different, book in for an olive mill tour and tasting at\u00a0Round Pond Estate<\/a>, also in Rutherford.<\/p>\nDay 6-12: Lake Tahoe and Nevada<\/strong><\/h4>\nAfter relaxing and unwinding with wine in Napa, it\u2019s on to more active pursuits \u2013 in the mountains of Lake Tahoe.<\/p>\n
Take your time here \u2013 six days \u2013 to enjoy the many winter activities on offer. Ski or snowboard at several of the resorts, including\u00a0Heavenly Mountain<\/a>,\u00a0Squaw Valley<\/a>\u00a0(site of the 1960 Winter Olympic Games),\u00a0Kirkwood<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Alpine Meadows<\/a>.<\/p>\nGo snowshoeing, or hire a snowmobile to race through the backcountry. Or, for some indoor excitement, cross the state border into Lake Tahoe\u2019s Nevada side for some high-stakes gambling at one of the numerous casinos.<\/p>\n
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<\/strong><\/h2>\nAustralia Coastal Road Trip:\u00a0Melbourne to Adelaide in 10 days<\/strong><\/h2>\nLeave the Northern Hemisphere behind for this all-Aussie adventure over a sunnier Christmas holidays.
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Day 1-3: Melbourne<\/strong><\/h4>\nMake your way to Melbourne<\/a> for days 1 through 3, to explore the coffee culture, stroll the laneways, shop, sample the local restaurants and check out the nightlife of Australia\u2019s culturally diverse second largest city.<\/p>\nDon\u2019t miss one of Australia\u2019s best breakfasts at\u00a0Richmond Hill Cafe and Larder<\/a>\u00a0(48-50 Bridge Road, Richmond, Victoria<\/em>).<\/p>\nOnce you\u2019ve conquered Melbourne,\u00a0hire a car<\/a>\u00a0and take to the road along Australia\u2019s southeast coastline.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Melbourne-40146-150x150.jpg\")
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<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\nDay 4-6: Road Trip to the Great Ocean Road<\/strong><\/h4>\nOn the first day, you\u2019ll travel through neighbouring city Geelong<\/strong> and surfing mecca Torquay<\/strong> to the famous Great Ocean Road<\/strong>. Stop for the night at charming seaside Lorne<\/strong>, where you can peruse the art galleries and enjoy a meal of local produce and lovely wine at\u00a0Mark\u2019s Restaurant<\/a>\u00a0(122 Mountjoy Parade, Lorne, Victoria<\/em>).<\/p>\nThe next day, savour the scenery on the drive to Port Fairy<\/strong>. Stop to take advantage of the many natural pleasures of the Great Otway National Park. This is also the leg on which you\u2019ll see the iconic Twelve Apostles rock formations<\/strong>. At Port Fairy, indulge in some pampering: book a spa treatment at\u00a0Port Fairy Day Spa<\/a>\u00a0(56 Bank Street, Port Fairy, Victoria<\/em>) or simply relax and sunbathe on the beach.<\/p>\nDay 6-7: The Road to South Australia<\/strong><\/h4>\nFrom here, make your way towards Robe<\/strong> in South Australia<\/a>. Highlights of this stretch of the trip include Victoria\u2019s first settlement at Portland,\u00a0Cape Nelson State Park, the rugged cliffs of Cape Bridgewater, Mount Gambier and Blue Lake, which will be particularly vibrant this time of year. At Robe, treat yourself to succulent in-season lobster for dinner\u2013 and perhaps a glass of bubbles \u2013 at\u00a0Sails<\/a>\u00a0(21 Victoria Street, Robe, South Australia).<\/p>\nOn the road again, you\u2019ll wend your way to\u00a0Victor Harbor<\/strong>, stopping for such must-visits as the limestone caves of Naracoorte Caves National Park and the Cape Jaffa Lighthouse. When you get to Victor Harbor, don\u2019t miss a horse-drawn tram ride to nearby Granite Island<\/strong>.<\/p>\nDay 8-10: Adelaide<\/strong><\/h4>\nUpon arrival in Adelaide<\/a>\u00a0(it won\u2019t take you long to get there from Victor Harbor), settle in for a few days. Stay at lively beachfront Glenelg, tour\u00a0Haigh\u2019s Chocolates factory<\/a>\u00a0(154 Greenhill Road, Parkside, South Australia) and spend a day on a cellar-door tour of the nearby and renowned Adelaide Hills<\/strong> or Barossa Valley<\/a><\/strong> wine regions.<\/p>\n[tabs]<\/p>\n
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Melbourne:\u00a0Travelodge Docklands<\/a><\/p>\nLorne:\u00a0Grand Pacific Hotel Lorne<\/a><\/p>\nPort Fairy:\u00a0The Victoria<\/a><\/p>\nRobe:\u00a0Lakeview Motel & Apartments<\/a><\/p>\nVictor Harbor:\u00a0Comfort Inn Victor Harbor<\/a><\/p>\nAdelaide:\u00a0Stamford Grand Adelaide<\/a>[\/tab]<\/p>\nGetting There = [tab title=”Getting There”\u00a0icon=”entypo-address”]Emirates, Qantas and Malaysia Airlines offer\u00a0direct flights\u00a0from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Melbourne (MEL)<\/a> in under 8 hours. Your return flight from Adelaide (ADL) will stop in Melbourne.[\/tab]<\/p>\nVisa Requirements = [tab title=”Visa Requirements”\u00a0icon=”entypo-book”]<\/p>\n
<\/h2>\nDay 1- 4: London, United Kingdom<\/strong><\/h4>\nFly to London<\/a> for days one through four to kick off your Christmas escapade. By day, hit all of the city\u2019s best Christmas-shopping hotspots: Selfridges, Fortnum & Mason and, of course, Harrods. (Take a break for a decadent hot chocolate at\u00a0Godiva Cafe at Harrods<\/a>).<\/p>\nBy night, take in a Christmas show in London\u2019s West End or enjoy some no-money fun just wandering the city to admire the Christmas lights of Oxford Street, Covent Garden and Regent Street. Stop for a cosy candlelight wine \u2013 and some cheese to die for \u2013 at\u00a0Gordon\u2019s Wine Bar<\/a>\u00a0(47 Villiers Street, London).<\/p>\nThen hop aboard the\u00a0Eurostar<\/a>\u00a0for a train ride through the famous Chunnel (Channel Tunnel) for the roughly five-hour trip to Amsterdam.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\nDay 5-8: Amsterdam, The Netherlands<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\nSpend days five through eight here \u2013 the must-dos for your itinerary include the\u00a0Van Gogh Museum<\/strong>\u00a0(Museumplein 6<\/em>),\u00a0Anne Frank\u2019s House<\/strong>\u00a0(Prisengracht 263-267<\/em>) and the\u00a0Heineken Experience\u00a0<\/strong>(Stadhouderskade 78<\/em>).<\/p>\nAfter dark, lace up some skates (you can hire them) for a glide across the ice rink at Leidseplein and finish off with a warm bite to eat there in the skating village. Try the yummy poffertjes<\/em> (Dutch pancakes).<\/p>\nDay 9-12: Bruges, Belgium<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\nFinally, make your way by\u00a0train<\/a>\u00a0from Amsterdam (in about three hours) to the delightful town of Bruges, Belgium, where you\u2019ll spend the last four days of your holiday.<\/p>\nThe charming Christmas markets here will make you feel as though you\u2019ve stumbled into a vibrant fairytale.<\/p>\n
Climb the medieval\u00a0Belfort<\/a>\u00a0(Markt 7<\/em>), take a canal cruise and try the eel in green sauce \u2013 it\u2019s a specialty here. And don\u2019t forget to stock up on Belgian chocolate.<\/p>\n[tabs]<\/p>\n
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European Visa for Malaysians:<\/strong><\/p>\nMalaysian citizens do not need a visa to visit these three countries for a stay of less than 90 days.<\/p>\n
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<\/strong><\/h2>\nChristmas, California-style: San Francisco, Napa Valley and Lake Tahoe in 14 days<\/strong><\/h2>\nAfter watching endless Hollywood movies, these American landscapes seem so familiar to us. Spend your December holidays going from reel to real with this 14-day USA Itinerary.<\/p>\n
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Day 1-4: San Francisco<\/strong><\/h4>\nThere\u2019s so much to see, do and eat in San Francisco<\/a>, you\u2019ll want to set aside at least five days to spend here.<\/p>\nAs for your to-do list, make sure you tick these boxes: be a true tourist at\u00a0Fisherman\u2019s Wharf<\/a>\u00a0(don\u2019t miss the seals at Pier 39), visit\u00a0Alcatraz prison<\/a>\u00a0also known as \u2018The Rock\u2019, walk or cycle over the\u00a0Golden Gate Bridge<\/a>, meander down the twists and turns of Lombard Street, ride a cable car and explore Chinatown and Union Square.<\/p>\nTo dine out in style, make a booking at\u00a0Boulevard<\/a>\u00a0(1 Mission Street, San Francisco) or\u00a0Gary Danko<\/a>\u00a0(800 North Point Street, San Francisco). For more touristy but fun dining options, try\u00a0The Stinking Rose<\/a>\u00a0at 325 Columbus Avenue (you must<\/em> love garlic) or the\u00a0Original Ghirardelli Ice Cream & Chocolate Shop<\/a>\u00a0at 900 North Point Street in Ghirardelli Square.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\nDay 5: Napa Valley<\/strong><\/h4>\nNow that you\u2019ve primed your tastebuds, it\u2019s time to hire a car for the second \u2013 even more culinary \u2013 leg of your trip: three days in the quaint and tasty towns of\u00a0Napa Valley<\/a>.<\/p>\nLess than a 90-minute drive from San Francisco, Napa Valley is renowned as a wine region. Raise your glass for tastings at\u00a0Cakebread Cellars<\/a>\u00a0in Napa,\u00a0Honig Vineyard & Winery<\/a>\u00a0in Rutherford and\u00a0V. Sattui<\/a>\u00a0in Saint Helena. For something a bit different, book in for an olive mill tour and tasting at\u00a0Round Pond Estate<\/a>, also in Rutherford.<\/p>\nDay 6-12: Lake Tahoe and Nevada<\/strong><\/h4>\nAfter relaxing and unwinding with wine in Napa, it\u2019s on to more active pursuits \u2013 in the mountains of Lake Tahoe.<\/p>\n
Take your time here \u2013 six days \u2013 to enjoy the many winter activities on offer. Ski or snowboard at several of the resorts, including\u00a0Heavenly Mountain<\/a>,\u00a0Squaw Valley<\/a>\u00a0(site of the 1960 Winter Olympic Games),\u00a0Kirkwood<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Alpine Meadows<\/a>.<\/p>\nGo snowshoeing, or hire a snowmobile to race through the backcountry. Or, for some indoor excitement, cross the state border into Lake Tahoe\u2019s Nevada side for some high-stakes gambling at one of the numerous casinos.<\/p>\n
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<\/strong><\/h2>\nAustralia Coastal Road Trip:\u00a0Melbourne to Adelaide in 10 days<\/strong><\/h2>\nLeave the Northern Hemisphere behind for this all-Aussie adventure over a sunnier Christmas holidays.
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Day 1-3: Melbourne<\/strong><\/h4>\nMake your way to Melbourne<\/a> for days 1 through 3, to explore the coffee culture, stroll the laneways, shop, sample the local restaurants and check out the nightlife of Australia\u2019s culturally diverse second largest city.<\/p>\nDon\u2019t miss one of Australia\u2019s best breakfasts at\u00a0Richmond Hill Cafe and Larder<\/a>\u00a0(48-50 Bridge Road, Richmond, Victoria<\/em>).<\/p>\nOnce you\u2019ve conquered Melbourne,\u00a0hire a car<\/a>\u00a0and take to the road along Australia\u2019s southeast coastline.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\nDay 4-6: Road Trip to the Great Ocean Road<\/strong><\/h4>\nOn the first day, you\u2019ll travel through neighbouring city Geelong<\/strong> and surfing mecca Torquay<\/strong> to the famous Great Ocean Road<\/strong>. Stop for the night at charming seaside Lorne<\/strong>, where you can peruse the art galleries and enjoy a meal of local produce and lovely wine at\u00a0Mark\u2019s Restaurant<\/a>\u00a0(122 Mountjoy Parade, Lorne, Victoria<\/em>).<\/p>\nThe next day, savour the scenery on the drive to Port Fairy<\/strong>. Stop to take advantage of the many natural pleasures of the Great Otway National Park. This is also the leg on which you\u2019ll see the iconic Twelve Apostles rock formations<\/strong>. At Port Fairy, indulge in some pampering: book a spa treatment at\u00a0Port Fairy Day Spa<\/a>\u00a0(56 Bank Street, Port Fairy, Victoria<\/em>) or simply relax and sunbathe on the beach.<\/p>\nDay 6-7: The Road to South Australia<\/strong><\/h4>\nFrom here, make your way towards Robe<\/strong> in South Australia<\/a>. Highlights of this stretch of the trip include Victoria\u2019s first settlement at Portland,\u00a0Cape Nelson State Park, the rugged cliffs of Cape Bridgewater, Mount Gambier and Blue Lake, which will be particularly vibrant this time of year. At Robe, treat yourself to succulent in-season lobster for dinner\u2013 and perhaps a glass of bubbles \u2013 at\u00a0Sails<\/a>\u00a0(21 Victoria Street, Robe, South Australia).<\/p>\nOn the road again, you\u2019ll wend your way to\u00a0Victor Harbor<\/strong>, stopping for such must-visits as the limestone caves of Naracoorte Caves National Park and the Cape Jaffa Lighthouse. When you get to Victor Harbor, don\u2019t miss a horse-drawn tram ride to nearby Granite Island<\/strong>.<\/p>\nDay 8-10: Adelaide<\/strong><\/h4>\nUpon arrival in Adelaide<\/a>\u00a0(it won\u2019t take you long to get there from Victor Harbor), settle in for a few days. Stay at lively beachfront Glenelg, tour\u00a0Haigh\u2019s Chocolates factory<\/a>\u00a0(154 Greenhill Road, Parkside, South Australia) and spend a day on a cellar-door tour of the nearby and renowned Adelaide Hills<\/strong> or Barossa Valley<\/a><\/strong> wine regions.<\/p>\n[tabs]<\/p>\n
When To Go = [tab title=”When To Go”\u00a0icon=”entypo-light-up”]Early December to avoid the crowds of the Australian school holidays and throughout January. Expect hot, summery Melbourne weather in December.[\/tab]<\/p>\n
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Melbourne:\u00a0Travelodge Docklands<\/a><\/p>\nLorne:\u00a0Grand Pacific Hotel Lorne<\/a><\/p>\nPort Fairy:\u00a0The Victoria<\/a><\/p>\nRobe:\u00a0Lakeview Motel & Apartments<\/a><\/p>\nVictor Harbor:\u00a0Comfort Inn Victor Harbor<\/a><\/p>\nAdelaide:\u00a0Stamford Grand Adelaide<\/a>[\/tab]<\/p>\nGetting There = [tab title=”Getting There”\u00a0icon=”entypo-address”]Emirates, Qantas and Malaysia Airlines offer\u00a0direct flights\u00a0from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Melbourne (MEL)<\/a> in under 8 hours. Your return flight from Adelaide (ADL) will stop in Melbourne.[\/tab]<\/p>\nVisa Requirements = [tab title=”Visa Requirements”\u00a0icon=”entypo-book”]<\/p>\n
Fly to London<\/a> for days one through four to kick off your Christmas escapade. By day, hit all of the city\u2019s best Christmas-shopping hotspots: Selfridges, Fortnum & Mason and, of course, Harrods. (Take a break for a decadent hot chocolate at\u00a0Godiva Cafe at Harrods<\/a>).<\/p>\n By night, take in a Christmas show in London\u2019s West End or enjoy some no-money fun just wandering the city to admire the Christmas lights of Oxford Street, Covent Garden and Regent Street. Stop for a cosy candlelight wine \u2013 and some cheese to die for \u2013 at\u00a0Gordon\u2019s Wine Bar<\/a>\u00a0(47 Villiers Street, London).<\/p>\n Then hop aboard the\u00a0Eurostar<\/a>\u00a0for a train ride through the famous Chunnel (Channel Tunnel) for the roughly five-hour trip to Amsterdam.<\/p>\n Spend days five through eight here \u2013 the must-dos for your itinerary include the\u00a0Van Gogh Museum<\/strong>\u00a0(Museumplein 6<\/em>),\u00a0Anne Frank\u2019s House<\/strong>\u00a0(Prisengracht 263-267<\/em>) and the\u00a0Heineken Experience\u00a0<\/strong>(Stadhouderskade 78<\/em>).<\/p>\n After dark, lace up some skates (you can hire them) for a glide across the ice rink at Leidseplein and finish off with a warm bite to eat there in the skating village. Try the yummy poffertjes<\/em> (Dutch pancakes).<\/p>\n Finally, make your way by\u00a0train<\/a>\u00a0from Amsterdam (in about three hours) to the delightful town of Bruges, Belgium, where you\u2019ll spend the last four days of your holiday.<\/p>\n The charming Christmas markets here will make you feel as though you\u2019ve stumbled into a vibrant fairytale.<\/p>\n Climb the medieval\u00a0Belfort<\/a>\u00a0(Markt 7<\/em>), take a canal cruise and try the eel in green sauce \u2013 it\u2019s a specialty here. And don\u2019t forget to stock up on Belgian chocolate.<\/p>\n [tabs]<\/p>\n When To Go = [tab title=”When To Go”\u00a0icon=”entypo-light-up”]<\/p>\n Early to mid-December to take advantage of the Christmas markets. Keep in mind, though, that it will be a bit chilly and you may face some crowds as it is peak travel season.[\/tab]<\/p>\n Where to Stay = [tab title=”Where To Stay”\u00a0icon=”entypo-suitcase”]<\/p>\n London:\u00a0Holiday Inn London \u2013 Kensington Forum<\/a><\/p>\n Amsterdam:\u00a0Hotel de Filosoof<\/a><\/p>\n Bruges:\u00a0Crowne Plaza Bruges<\/a>.[\/tab]<\/p>\n Getting There = [tab title=”Getting There”\u00a0icon=”entypo-address”]Emirates offers flights\u00a0from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to London Heathrow (LHR)<\/a> with one stopover in Dubai (DXB). The airline also returns from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Kuala Lumpur, again stopping in Dubai.[\/tab]<\/p>\n Visa Requirements = [tab title=”Visa Requirements”\u00a0icon=”entypo-book”]<\/p>\n European Visa for Malaysians:<\/strong><\/p>\n Malaysian citizens do not need a visa to visit these three countries for a stay of less than 90 days.<\/p>\n [\/tab]<\/p>\n [\/tabs]<\/p>\n After watching endless Hollywood movies, these American landscapes seem so familiar to us. Spend your December holidays going from reel to real with this 14-day USA Itinerary.<\/p>\n There\u2019s so much to see, do and eat in San Francisco<\/a>, you\u2019ll want to set aside at least five days to spend here.<\/p>\n As for your to-do list, make sure you tick these boxes: be a true tourist at\u00a0Fisherman\u2019s Wharf<\/a>\u00a0(don\u2019t miss the seals at Pier 39), visit\u00a0Alcatraz prison<\/a>\u00a0also known as \u2018The Rock\u2019, walk or cycle over the\u00a0Golden Gate Bridge<\/a>, meander down the twists and turns of Lombard Street, ride a cable car and explore Chinatown and Union Square.<\/p>\n To dine out in style, make a booking at\u00a0Boulevard<\/a>\u00a0(1 Mission Street, San Francisco) or\u00a0Gary Danko<\/a>\u00a0(800 North Point Street, San Francisco). For more touristy but fun dining options, try\u00a0The Stinking Rose<\/a>\u00a0at 325 Columbus Avenue (you must<\/em> love garlic) or the\u00a0Original Ghirardelli Ice Cream & Chocolate Shop<\/a>\u00a0at 900 North Point Street in Ghirardelli Square.<\/p>\n Now that you\u2019ve primed your tastebuds, it\u2019s time to hire a car for the second \u2013 even more culinary \u2013 leg of your trip: three days in the quaint and tasty towns of\u00a0Napa Valley<\/a>.<\/p>\n Less than a 90-minute drive from San Francisco, Napa Valley is renowned as a wine region. Raise your glass for tastings at\u00a0Cakebread Cellars<\/a>\u00a0in Napa,\u00a0Honig Vineyard & Winery<\/a>\u00a0in Rutherford and\u00a0V. Sattui<\/a>\u00a0in Saint Helena. For something a bit different, book in for an olive mill tour and tasting at\u00a0Round Pond Estate<\/a>, also in Rutherford.<\/p>\n After relaxing and unwinding with wine in Napa, it\u2019s on to more active pursuits \u2013 in the mountains of Lake Tahoe.<\/p>\n Take your time here \u2013 six days \u2013 to enjoy the many winter activities on offer. Ski or snowboard at several of the resorts, including\u00a0Heavenly Mountain<\/a>,\u00a0Squaw Valley<\/a>\u00a0(site of the 1960 Winter Olympic Games),\u00a0Kirkwood<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Alpine Meadows<\/a>.<\/p>\n Go snowshoeing, or hire a snowmobile to race through the backcountry. Or, for some indoor excitement, cross the state border into Lake Tahoe\u2019s Nevada side for some high-stakes gambling at one of the numerous casinos.<\/p>\n [tabs]<\/p>\n When To Go = [tab title=”When To Go”\u00a0icon=”entypo-light-up”]<\/p>\n Anytime in December or January. You can expect cool temperatures in San Francisco and Napa Valley, and snow in Lake Tahoe.<\/p>\n [\/tab]<\/p>\n Where to Stay = [tab title=”Where To Stay”\u00a0icon=”entypo-suitcase”]<\/p>\n San Francisco:\u00a0The Fairmont San Francisco<\/a><\/p>\n Napa Valley:\u00a0Silverado Resort and Spa<\/a><\/p>\n Lake Tahoe:\u00a0Tahoe Mountain Resorts Lodging<\/a><\/p>\n [\/tab]<\/p>\n Getting There = [tab title=”Getting There”\u00a0icon=”entypo-address”]Cathay Pacific and All Nippon Airways\u00a0fly\u00a0from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to San Francisco (SF)<\/a> with a stopover in Hong Kong or Tokyo, respectively.[\/tab]<\/p>\n Visa Requirements = [tab title=”Visa Requirements”\u00a0icon=”entypo-book”]<\/p>\n US Visa for Malaysians:<\/strong><\/p>\n Malaysian tourists wishing to enter the US must apply for a Non-Immigrant Visa (NIV).\u00a0Find out more here<\/a>.<\/p>\n [\/tab]<\/p>\n [\/tabs]<\/p>\n Leave the Northern Hemisphere behind for this all-Aussie adventure over a sunnier Christmas holidays. Make your way to Melbourne<\/a> for days 1 through 3, to explore the coffee culture, stroll the laneways, shop, sample the local restaurants and check out the nightlife of Australia\u2019s culturally diverse second largest city.<\/p>\n Don\u2019t miss one of Australia\u2019s best breakfasts at\u00a0Richmond Hill Cafe and Larder<\/a>\u00a0(48-50 Bridge Road, Richmond, Victoria<\/em>).<\/p>\n Once you\u2019ve conquered Melbourne,\u00a0hire a car<\/a>\u00a0and take to the road along Australia\u2019s southeast coastline.<\/p>\n On the first day, you\u2019ll travel through neighbouring city Geelong<\/strong> and surfing mecca Torquay<\/strong> to the famous Great Ocean Road<\/strong>. Stop for the night at charming seaside Lorne<\/strong>, where you can peruse the art galleries and enjoy a meal of local produce and lovely wine at\u00a0Mark\u2019s Restaurant<\/a>\u00a0(122 Mountjoy Parade, Lorne, Victoria<\/em>).<\/p>\n The next day, savour the scenery on the drive to Port Fairy<\/strong>. Stop to take advantage of the many natural pleasures of the Great Otway National Park. This is also the leg on which you\u2019ll see the iconic Twelve Apostles rock formations<\/strong>. At Port Fairy, indulge in some pampering: book a spa treatment at\u00a0Port Fairy Day Spa<\/a>\u00a0(56 Bank Street, Port Fairy, Victoria<\/em>) or simply relax and sunbathe on the beach.<\/p>\n From here, make your way towards Robe<\/strong> in South Australia<\/a>. Highlights of this stretch of the trip include Victoria\u2019s first settlement at Portland,\u00a0Cape Nelson State Park, the rugged cliffs of Cape Bridgewater, Mount Gambier and Blue Lake, which will be particularly vibrant this time of year. At Robe, treat yourself to succulent in-season lobster for dinner\u2013 and perhaps a glass of bubbles \u2013 at\u00a0Sails<\/a>\u00a0(21 Victoria Street, Robe, South Australia).<\/p>\n On the road again, you\u2019ll wend your way to\u00a0Victor Harbor<\/strong>, stopping for such must-visits as the limestone caves of Naracoorte Caves National Park and the Cape Jaffa Lighthouse. When you get to Victor Harbor, don\u2019t miss a horse-drawn tram ride to nearby Granite Island<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Upon arrival in Adelaide<\/a>\u00a0(it won\u2019t take you long to get there from Victor Harbor), settle in for a few days. Stay at lively beachfront Glenelg, tour\u00a0Haigh\u2019s Chocolates factory<\/a>\u00a0(154 Greenhill Road, Parkside, South Australia) and spend a day on a cellar-door tour of the nearby and renowned Adelaide Hills<\/strong> or Barossa Valley<\/a><\/strong> wine regions.<\/p>\n [tabs]<\/p>\n When To Go = [tab title=”When To Go”\u00a0icon=”entypo-light-up”]Early December to avoid the crowds of the Australian school holidays and throughout January. Expect hot, summery Melbourne weather in December.[\/tab]<\/p>\n Where to Stay = [tab title=”Where To Stay”\u00a0icon=”entypo-suitcase”]<\/p>\n Melbourne:\u00a0Travelodge Docklands<\/a><\/p>\n Lorne:\u00a0Grand Pacific Hotel Lorne<\/a><\/p>\n Port Fairy:\u00a0The Victoria<\/a><\/p>\n Robe:\u00a0Lakeview Motel & Apartments<\/a><\/p>\n Victor Harbor:\u00a0Comfort Inn Victor Harbor<\/a><\/p>\n Adelaide:\u00a0Stamford Grand Adelaide<\/a>[\/tab]<\/p>\n Getting There = [tab title=”Getting There”\u00a0icon=”entypo-address”]Emirates, Qantas and Malaysia Airlines offer\u00a0direct flights\u00a0from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Melbourne (MEL)<\/a> in under 8 hours. Your return flight from Adelaide (ADL) will stop in Melbourne.[\/tab]<\/p>\n Visa Requirements = [tab title=”Visa Requirements”\u00a0icon=”entypo-book”]<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\nDay 5-8: Amsterdam, The Netherlands<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n
Day 9-12: Bruges, Belgium<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n
<\/strong><\/h2>\nChristmas, California-style: San Francisco, Napa Valley and Lake Tahoe in 14 days<\/strong><\/h2>\n
<\/p>\nDay 1-4: San Francisco<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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Day 6-12: Lake Tahoe and Nevada<\/strong><\/h4>\n
<\/strong><\/h2>\nAustralia Coastal Road Trip:\u00a0Melbourne to Adelaide in 10 days<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\n<\/p>\nDay 1-3: Melbourne<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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Day 6-7: The Road to South Australia<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Day 8-10: Adelaide<\/strong><\/h4>\n