The Advertising Standards Authority is inundated annually with complaints that Christmas ad campaigns seem to start earlier and earlier every year. We are not seeking to add to that litany of complaints but spare you the heartache of not getting what you want for Christmas...Book early...

Already destinations such as the Galapagos are booked up for Christmas 2008. However here are some great destinations for Christmas that if you act early enough you may still get the availability you would like:




Argentina

Argentina is the place to experience Patagonia and the best time of year, due to the short season and best possible weather is in December and January - spend a white Christmas exploring the glaciers.






Chile

Visit Chile over the Christmas period, trekking in Torres del Paine, a UNESCO national park where electric blue icebergs float on vividly coloured lakes to give you that Christmas feeling. Observe guanacos - the Chilean reindeer, relax at a vineyard outside of Santiago, or head up to the worlds driest desert in complete contrast.





Cuba

The winter months are an excellent time to visit Cuba, before the weather becomes very hot and humid. Book now while Cuba as we know it still exists, it could be changing for good all too soon.







India

Christmas in India falls within the pleasant dry season , and a wealth of colourful celebrations can be witnessed during this festive period making India an extremly popular choice at this time of year - so be sure you book early for 2008.







Maldives

Its white sands, turquoise seas and exceptional levels of service all speak for themselves...









Sri Lanka

The island, after troubled times, is fast recovering its appeal for tourists. It is very good value for money.









Mozambique

A year round destination, azure water, green palm trees, dazzling sand and hot weather. Lobster for Christmas lunch?









Oman

For uncomplicated yet exotic winter sun then Oman is a must. A spectacular coastline with sand beaches, diving, rugged mountains and a night out in the desert under the stars...








South Africa

The world within one country, the best season/time to visit the Cape.









Tanzania

Follow the migrations through the Serengeti (have Christmas lunch Serengeti Style) and blast off the winter chill with a week on a corral beach.








Thailand
A relaxing standard of excellent service in quality accommodation and luxuriant surroundings.