If you want to switch up your usual Christmas traditions and try something different this year, a Jet2Villa holiday could be just what you need!

Dodge the usual festive hustle and bustle and escape to a private villa instead, where you can do what you want when you want. Imagine celebrating in your own home-from-home villa, surrounded by loved ones but with the added bonus of... sunshine!

You could whip up an al fresco Christmas dinner, cooked fresh on the barbecue, go for your post-dinner stroll on the beach, then play board games and sip drinks under the stars.

Christmas in Lanzarote

Head to this sun-kissed Canary isle for your Christmas break and enjoy temperatures between 15-22°C! There are nativity scenes dotted across the island, twinkling Christmas lights and even festive markets to browse – just like home, but much warmer!

WHERE TO STAY

Villa Infinity, Playa Blanca

Sleeps: 18
Bedrooms: 7
Bathrooms: 8

Villa Infinity is the ultimate Christmas holiday villa! Round up the troops, get the whole family together and get ready to celebrate in style. There are two outdoor pools and a hot tub, so you can really make the most of the good weather. And the kids will love the cinema and putting green! Want to work off those extra Christmas calories? You’ll adore the handy addition of the gym and sauna.

Villa Marquesa Lanzarote, Puerto Del Carmen

Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3

Just a stone’s throw from Puerto Del Carmen’s charming Old Town is the whitewashed Villa Marquesa Lanzarote, so you’ll have a great selection of bars and restaurants on your doorstep if you want to pop out and enjoy the festive atmosphere. Back at the villa, you can dine on the terrace, then enjoy a game of pool at the pool table.

Christmas in Fuerteventura

Find yourself in Fuerteventura this Christmas and you could be basking in temperatures up into the low twenties! One of the island’s festive highlights is Corralejo’s traditional Christmas market which takes place every Saturday and Sunday throughout December.

WHERE TO STAY:

Villa Rafiki, Corralejo

Sleeps: 12
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 3

You’ll be just steps from the beach at Villa Rafiki, so who’s up for a sea dip on Christmas morning? Groups of friends or families with grandparents in tow, this one would be just perfect for you. Spend quality time together by the pool or in the lounge, then if you fancy a change of scenery, Corralejo is just minutes away.

Christmas in Tenerife

Tenerife is another popular spot in winter, thanks to its brilliantly balmy temperatures. We’re talking around 20 degrees! You can expect stunning festive displays, live concerts and restaurants serving special menus.

WHERE TO STAY:

Villa Isabel Sol, Callao Salvaje

Sleeps: 10
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3

Villa Isobel Sol boasts stunning mountain and sea views, so when you’re chilling out in the hot tub on Christmas morning, you’ve got those to look forward to! The terrace dining and lounge area is a great spot to hang out and enjoy some celebratory drinks. And if you fancy challenging your family to a quick round, there’s a handy table tennis table too.

Christmas in Paphos

Make it a Cypriot Christmas this year and head to Paphos. From Christmas Day swims and carol concerts to live music and markets, there’s plenty of tradition here, alongside lots of sunshine!

WHERE TO STAY:

Aphrodite Hills - Junior Two Bedroom Villa with Private Pool

Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2

At this villa, you can enjoy the best of both worlds this Christmas, with the benefit of your own space and private pool but access to the surrounding Aphrodite Hills resort too. That means you can make the most of the bars, restaurants and entertainment on-site. Plus, you’re only 900m from the beach!