Nothing beats a Christmas party

IF there is one certainty about Christmas it’s that it seems to be arriving earlier and earlier each year which is exactly why it’s important that you to start planning your end-ofyear party while there’s still plenty of light left during these autumnal evenings that remind us of winter’s onset. In other words, it’s wise to start planning your Christmas party well before Halloween so as to avoid disappointment when it comes to acquiring that perfect venue.

Let’s face it, working hard all year deserves some special ‘down time’ and Christmas is a perfect occasion to unwind from all the stress and strains associated with the working environment. But of course Christmas parties are not just exclusive to the work place. In fact, whether it’s a Book Club, Keep Fit class or just a casual get together throughout the year, Christmas is a special time and few parties – for better or worse – can compare to its unsuspecting magic.

It really is a time of year unlike any other and no amount of summer holidays can ignite the essence of a party atmosphere quite like Christmas can: the warmth of a blazing fire as you sit around enjoying festive drinks, or the relaxing ambiance and soft lighting of the restaurant as you enjoy some food, is a truly memorable occasion which everyone should have the pleasure of experiencing at least once in their lives. So take heed and start organising that party straight away. Such a task need not be a laboured one either for planning early will ensure you leave plenty of time for those inevitable last minute alterations.