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Been good? Then it’s time for a merry festive break!

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WISH it could be Christmas every day? Well, maybe you’re not feeling very Santafocus­ed just yet — but once the festive bandwagon starts to roll, the anticipati­on is sure to start rising.

And the question is, where and with whom are you going to spend the big day? Not to mention the run-up — an ideal excuse to reward yourself with a sparkly getaway.

Turkey-and-tinsel hotel breaks begin at the end of this month, through operators such as Shearings, Warner Leisure and Bay Hotels. And now is the time to secure a Christmas party pad — larger properties for multi-generation­al gatherings tend to book up fast.

THE English Riviera’s 22-mile stretch of towns and beaches sparkles brightly with markets and lights during the festive season, while restaurant­s serve traditiona­l Christmas fare.

Torquay’s Headland Hotel offers a tempting range of Christmas and New Year breaks, complete with fabulous coastal views. The nearby Belgrave Sands Hotel & Spa is also a good option, with everything from turkey-and-tinselgeta­ways to a full Cracking Christmas Celebratio­n coming up.

Mr Claus himself is likely to make an appearance, and both hotels also offer a trip to Babbacombe Theatre on Boxing Day, plus entertainm­ent.

THE Isle of Wight’s thatched pubs will be lighting log fires and serving hearty dishes as the festivitie­s approach. Enchanted Osborne, from December 15 to 23, will see Queen Victoria’s favourite home decked out in lanterns and fairy lights.

Stay at the highly rated St Maur guest house in a stunning 19th-century villa at Ventnor, which offers a warm welcome and excellent food.

This eight-bedroom venue is surrounded by lovely gardens and has views across the English Channel — a real home from home for a well-deserved pre-Christmas treat.

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Seasonal joys: A getaway makes Christmas even more special

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