For an alternative festive holiday, head for Cuba on a new 15-day itinerary starting 18 December courtesy of Kudu Travel (01722 716 167, www.kudutravel.com). Christmas day is spent chilling on a white sand beach at Cayo Levisa and the New Year is celebrated in one of Havana’s best restaurants.  The land-only cost is £2150 per person, twin-share, inclusive of 14 nights’ accommodation with all meals, private transport, all entrance and sightseeing fees, two snorkelling trips, Cuban visa, plus the services of local specialist guides, a tour leader and manager.
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