Fresh air, fairy lights and flumes (tip: heed the warnings about not going down head-first, unlike my husband who didn’t spot them until after an ill-advised nose-dive), it’s easy to see why Center Parcs has become a popular destination for a family break in the run-up to Christmas. This year, its Winter Wonderland theme kicks off in UK villages from 13th November. Festive activities on the schedule include Christmas crafts, Santa’s workshop and pantos. Even better, mamas can squeeze in a spot of pre-party pampering at the Aqua Sana spa, which offers a range of great top-to-toe treatments by Carita, Decleor and Elemis. For info, visit centerparcs.co.uk.

Posted in Family flash!, Travel flash! on 31st October, 2009.