The federation found that a fifth of those questioned on how much they want to spend during this year’s festive season said they planned to spend less than during the same period last year. The majority of Finns, however, intend to spend around the same amount as they did last time out.Overall, 70 per cent of respondents said they would be happy to spend as much as they did last Christmas, while 10 per cent said they were prepared to spend more than last year. But it was the 20 per cent of people who said they wanted to reduce their Christmas budget that was most notable, indicating that many people in Finland are still feeling the effects of the economic downturn. The survey found that a third of people planned to buy presents online, and that families with children had larger budgets. When broken down regionally, Uusimaa was where people are prepared to splash the cash, while it is western Finland where people plan to rein in the spending. TNS Gallup, which carried out the … [Read more...] about Many Finns to cut Christmas spending
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Christmas shopping holiday in Iceland made easy with CenterHotels
Top Icelandic hotel company, CenterHotels, have designed an amazing package offer incorporating your Christmas shopping with a much-needed holiday – all for an incredible price.Across two nights make Iceland’s capital, Reykjavik, your perfect shopping sanctuary. Enjoy exploring the numerous independent retailers, from one of a kind Icelandic design and top class fashion shops to Reykjavik’s famous weekend flea market, Kolaportid. Once you’re exhausted from exploring the Northern most capital of the world, rest your feet with a complimentary drink at either the Hotel Thingholt or the Plaza Bar. Then relax at Hotel Arnahvoll’s impressive spa before dinning at the Panorama Restaurant whilst taking in the amazing views of Iceland’s coast. This package is just one of four exciting deals brought to you by CenterHotels. CenterHotels offer five internationally designed hotels, ranging form three to four stars. For more information about CenterHotels, their … [Read more...] about Christmas shopping holiday in Iceland made easy with CenterHotels
Full steam ahead for Saffron Walden ice rink Christmas attraction plans for Common
PUBLISHED: 13:36 17 October 2017 | UPDATED: 13:36 17 October 2017 Angela Singer Saffron Walden Common. Picture: SAFFRON PHOTO SaffronPhoto 2016 There could be an open air, synthetic ice rink on Saffron Walden Common this Christmas. The proposal has been agreed by the town council and awaits approval by Uttlesford District Council. If it gets the go-ahead the rink will open on Saturday, December 2 the day after the town’s Christmas lights are switched on, and run until Friday, December 22. A festive event called Wintasia would be set up by two businessmen in the town – Jason Coles, head of 3D events, which does the lighting for Saffron Walden Carnival, and Robert Casson of The Cambridge Tipi Company. On the weekends of December 9-10 and 16-17, Santa’s Grotto will be open for children. The rink will have added attractions including a large tent selling refreshments, including German sausages, hot chocolate and coffee and a fire pit where marshmallows can be … [Read more...] about Full steam ahead for Saffron Walden ice rink Christmas attraction plans for Common
Tickets for North Pole Express Christmas train ride ALREADY on sale
It might only be April and we might have just had the hottest day of the year, but thoughts have already turned to Christmas at Tanfield Railway. The County Durham attraction’s North Pole Express festive train rides are always massively popular and if you want to make sure you don’t miss out this year you can book up already. The four mile return steam train ride through stunning winter countryside gives passengers the chance to see Santa Claus in his magical grotto. Those on board should keep a look out for deer and other seasonal wildlife in the picturesque Causey Valley. Hot drinks and mince pies for adults are served in the railway’s warm and welcoming tea room whilst children receive soft drinks and snacks as well as a quality small early gift from Santa Claus. Pre booking for this hugely popular event is essential as North Pole Express tickets are not available on the day. Trains for the North Pole leave from East Tanfield station, which is signposted from … [Read more...] about Tickets for North Pole Express Christmas train ride ALREADY on sale
Macaulay Culkin reveals he doesn’t leave his house at Christmas because Home Alone fans hassle him to do ‘the scream’
MACAULAY Culkin doesn't leave his house at Christmas time because Home Alone is always on TV. The 37-year-old actor shot to fame following the success of the 1990 movie, and its sequel, Home Alone 2: Lost in New York. But because the two films are repeated so much over the festive period and at Thanksgiving, Macaulay can't bear to go outside. Appearing on The Ellen DeGeneres Show for a rare interview, he explained: "It's background radiation at Christmas time. "I've had people who want to watch it with me, which is both flattering and creepy. "I definitely don't [go out of the house at Christmas and Thanksgiving.] It's my season. "It's Macaulay season. I try to go out less and less around that time of year." Macaulay, who looked great in a pink shirt and grey trousers, also told Ellen how he politely declines the barrage of requests to recreate his famous scream face from the movie poster, which sees him holding his face with his hands. When asked what he says when he's asked to do the … [Read more...] about Macaulay Culkin reveals he doesn’t leave his house at Christmas because Home Alone fans hassle him to do ‘the scream’