From European markets to Caribbean cruises, here’s how to celebrate Christmas and the New Year in style when travelling from Cyprus
Christmas Markets in Europe
For many, Christmas begins with the scent of mulled wine and the glow of wooden stalls. Europe’s markets are easy to reach from Cyprus, and a short break is often enough to feel the festive mood.
Vienna
The grand square in front of City Hall is a spectacle of lights and choirs, while the smaller Spittelberg market offers a quieter, more local feel. Staying central and using the tram makes it simple to see both.
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Prague
Old Town Square delivers the postcard scene, while Republic Square is more relaxed. Transfers are quick, meaning you can be drinking svařák the same night you land.
Exclusive Offer: Christmas Market – Prague, Czech Republic
Berlin
With more than 50 markets, Berlin rewards variety. Charlottenburg Palace gives you grandeur, Gendarmenmarkt is known for crafts, and Lucia Market adds a Scandinavian touch. A day pass on the U-Bahn makes it easy to hop between them.
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Budapest
The Basilica market shines with nightly light shows, while Vörösmarty Square is the city’s biggest festive hub. Warm up afterwards in a thermal bath – an ideal contrast to the winter chill.
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Christmas Cruises from the Mediterranean and Dubai
Cruises offer a different kind of festive escape: no hotel changes, no restaurant planning, and the celebrations are built in. Wake up in a new destination each day while the ship sets the scene.
Mediterranean sailings from ports such as Barcelona let you combine festive spirit with classic European cities. For something warmer, cruises from Dubai brings modern skylines, desert backdrops and a winter climate that feels more like spring.
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Cruise and Stay Packages
Sometimes the best trips combine the energy of a city with the calm of a sailing.
In Singapore, you can wander the food markets and futuristic gardens before joining a cruise through Southeast Asia’s islands.
From Cape Town, a few days of wine country, Table Mountain views and coastline walks can be followed by a sailing around southern Africa.
Or you can spend time in Florida, exploring Miami or Orlando, before heading out to the Caribbean for a cruise that mixes city breaks with beach days.
Because flights, transfers and hotels are matched up in advance, you don’t lose valuable time sorting out the details.
Exclusive Offer: Christmas Cruise from Singapore
Exclusive Offer: Christmas Cruise from Cape Town
Exclusive Offer: Christmas Cruise from Florida
Celebrating the Season Across the Globe
Not every festive break needs to involve frost and markets.
Christmas in the
Caribbean
A Caribbean sailing replaces frosty squares with warm breezes and colourful ports. Island-hopping means every day feels different, from historic harbours to quiet beaches, while Christmas Day itself is usually spent at sea – relaxed and celebratory without the rush. It’s a longer trip from Cyprus, but the reward is a holiday that feels truly out of the ordinary.
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Festive Season in Japan
Japan in winter is crisp, bright and atmospheric. Cities are lit up with illuminations, shrines and castles, give a sense of tradition, and steaming hot springs make the cold welcome. A cruise ties these contrasts together, letting you move easily between modern skylines and peaceful coastal towns. For travellers who want their Christmas to feel different, Japan offers a rare mix of culture and celebration.
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Why Planning Makes the Difference
What turns a festive trip from stressful to effortless is rarely chance. It’s the flight that lands in time for hotel check-in, the cruise that still has your preferred dining slot, or the market square where your hotel is just a short walk away. These details are what make the difference between a trip that’s good and one that feels memorable.
At Century Travel, we’ve already mapped which breaks work best from Cyprus – whether it’s a three-night getaway, a Christmas cruise closer to home, or a faraway New Year under different skies.
See all our festive offers here.
About Century Travel
Century Travel is Cyprus’ only cruise specialist and the only member of CLIA (Cruise Lines International Association) in the country. With over 30 years of combined experience, we help travellers plan cruise holidays across Europe, the Americas, Asia and beyond.
Tel: +357 70 000 970, www.centurycyprus.com
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