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From: DFDS Seaways, UK
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Source: Vicky Neill, Robson Brown
Published: November, 2009

ABOVE: In Copenhagen, the Christmas season begins with an international Santa Claus convention and parade in July.

DFDS Seaways' Christmas Market cruises from Newcastle and Harwich start at £209 per person

NOVEMBER, 2009 -- This winter, soak up the atmosphere, get into the festive spirit and explore stunning European cities and Christmas Markets with DFDS Seaways' range of festive cruise breaks.

Travelling with DFDS Seaways from Newcastle to Amsterdam in Holland, or Harwich to Esbjerg in Denmark, your festive cruise break begins the moment you step onboard. Check in to your cabin and check out the restaurants, bars, nightclub, live entertainment, cinemas (on selected cruise ferries) and shops. If you are travelling with children you can even keep your little pirates occupied with the onboard Kidz' Club and play area.

Christmas Markets with DFDS Seaways:

4-night Christmas City Cruise Break to Brussels - prices from £209pp

This beautiful and vibrant city comes alive with 240 wooden market stalls in the stunning Place St Catherine. Explore and stay in a city centre hotel.

Departing from Newcastle 5th & 9th December 2009.

What's included:

• Coach transfers to and from Brussels (approx. 3 hours)
• 2 nights in the 3* hotel Novotel Brussels Centre Tour Noire inc breakfast

4-night Christmas Markets Cruise Break to Copenhagen - prices from £295pp

The world famous Tivoli Gardens are at their most magical during the festive period with an outdoor ice rink and a yuletide paradise is all around, perfect for romantic breaks as well as fun breaks for all the family. Plus you will stay in a hotel just around the corner.

Departing from Harwich 25th November & 2nd December 2009.

What's included:

• 2 nights onboard in a sea view en-suite cabin
• Coach transfers to and from Copenhagen (approx. 3 1/2 hours)
• 2 nights at the 4 Star Square Hotel (near Tivoli)
• Breakfasts at hotel
• 2 hour sightseeing stop in Odense
• Entrance to Tivoli Christmas Markets with queue jump
• Standard Mini Cruise

4-night Christmas Markets Cruise Break to Bruges from £219pp

The town's charm and character is unmistakable. Wander along cobbled streets, alongside canals, sit back and relax in a horse drawn carriage and immerse yourself in the magical atmosphere.

Departing from 29th November, 6th & 14th December 2009.

What's included:

• Coach transfers to and from Bruges (approx. 3 1/2 hours)
• 2 nights in the 3 Star Novotel Brugge Centrum
• Walking tour and visit to a chocolate shop and demonstration

5-night Festive River Cruise Break to Brussels & Antwerp - prices from £527pp

A great way to see two of Belgium's most historic cities and get into the spirit of Christmas, this 5-night river cruise break offers culture, shopping and history all in the one trip.

Departing from 12th December 2009.

What's included:

• Live onboard entertainment
• Transfers to and from Brussels to board the river cruiser (approx. 3 hours)
• 3 nights onboard the m.s. BOTTICELLI
• All meals on board DFDS Seaways ferry and river cruiser
• Guided tour of Brussels
• Guided tour of Antwerp Cathedral
• Free time to explore Brussels and Antwerp Christmas Markets

4-night Christmas Market Break to Hamelin - prices from £229pp

The ever popular Hamelin city cruise break is back for 2009. The legendary medieval town transforms into an enchanting market with decorated wooden stalls and delicious mulled wine.

Departing from Newcastle 28th November & 2nd, 9th December 2009.

What's included:

• Coach transfers to and from Hamelin (approx. 4 hours)
• 2 nights at the 4 Star Mercure Hotel Hamelin, city centre plus breakfasts

3+-night Christmas Shopping Cruise to Amsterdam - prices from £102pp

Get away to Amsterdam for a great value pre-Christmas short shopping break with hotel stay, where you can shop till you drop, or take it easy at your own pace.

Departing from 1st November to 23rd December 2009.

What's included:

• 1 night at the Gerstekorrel hotel (can be extended)
• Coach transfers to and from Amsterdam

4-night Christmas Markets Cruise Break to Cologne - prices from £249pp

Enjoy the famous Christmas markets in Cologne - a taste of festive Germany, exploring the thriving and beautiful streets collecting Christmas present along the way at the 8 Christmas Markets on offer.

Departing from 29th November, 5th & 12th December 2009.

What's included:

• Coach transfers to and from Cologne (approx. 3 hours 15 mins)
• 2 nights in the 3 Star Marriott Cologne Hotel

For more information on the full range of DFDS Seaways special cruise breaks from Britain, go to www.dfds.co.uk/festive or call 0871 882 0885 (10p per minute plus network rates)

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