Disneyland Paris is one of Europe's biggest family attractions, popular with visitors of all ages - especially during holiday periods. No holiday is more popular for Disneyland visits than the Christmas period, whether you choose to stay at the resort on Christmas Day itself - which requires booking well in advance to secure your place - or to make the most of a weekend break this December, when the festive spirit is in full swing.
Disneyland's official Christmas season lasts from 7 November to 8 January, giving parents plenty of time to book their transport and accommodation for the special occasion, as well as serving to reduce the crowds to an extent. Even if you've visited this attraction before, the influx of new rides and attractions makes a return visit well worth it, especially if you've never seen the park at its festive best. Even top celebrities including Serena Williams, Sylvester Stallone and Denise van Outen made it to the park for its grand winter opening this year.
Even if you don't fancy a trip on the rides yourself, just walking through this winter wonderland can be a magical and memorable experience. The Disney's Enchanted Christmas exhibit involves all the familiar yuletide tropes, from towering Christmas trees to lights and gifts - but this being Disney, you can guarantee things are pushed up a notch. Some of the most spectacular features include well-timed snowfalls every hour on Main Street, which adds extra charm to the area's existing treats, such as the Once Upon a Dream procession.
Buying a Fastpass will allow you to skip the queues and make sure you don't miss out on any of the park's famous rides, including Space Mountain and the Twilight Tower of Terror. If you're travelling to the park from London or other parts of the UK, the Eurotunnel is the one of the most convenient options, with a train station right outside the entrance allowing you to get started on your festive break instantly. Searching online is the best way to find discounts on Disneyland Paris packages to help your Christmas funds go further, whether you choose to stay at the resort itself or at other popular locations in Paris city.
Heading into the romantic city to sample its festive delights is recommended, with Paris city centre boasting some of the most spectacular Christmas lights in the continent, and other activities like open-air ice-skating and sledging at rinks dotted around the city.
Peter Rose writes for a digital marketing agency. This article has been commissioned by a client of said agency. This article is not designed to promote, but should be considered professional content.
