If you’re up for a trip across the Channel, then the chocolate box fantasy of Prague and its Christmas Market is not to be missed.

During the festive season, the Czech Republic’s capital becomes home to some of Europe’s best Christmas markets with colourful, twinkling light displays and breathtaking Christmas trees.

Prague already boasts a reputation as a beautiful city with its picturesque Old Town and enchanting buildings, however there’s something particularly magical about it at Christmas.

If you’ve ever enjoyed belting out a good Christmas carol, you’ll probably be familiar with the verse; “Good King Wenceslas last looked out on the feast of Stephen. Where the snow lay round about, deep and crisp and even”.

The square named after this royal legend is the location of the dazzling Christmas Market.

Go to the British Airways website and search hotel + flight for a deal that includes both. You can choose economy or club class for price results.

From Art Nouveau to historical to contemporary you are spoiled for choice in Prague.

Hotels on our hit list include the quiet street location and small number of rooms at The Emblem near the old town square.

The opulent whimsy of Le Palais Art Hotel is genius.

You can’t go wrong with the Four Seasons and The Mandarin Oriental, both of which embrace the destination.

Last but not least, for the Michelin starry dinner don’t miss La Degustation Bohême Bourgeoise or drop in at lunchtime for the warming smoked meat dumplings at the Café Savoy.