Let Jersey get you in the festive mood this December. Do your Christmas break the island way. Shop ‘til you drop in our market town and pick up a few little local stocking fillers. Feel the joy of Christmas time as you wander the various markets that pop up in St. Helier and around the island, as locals and visiting French traders set up stalls full of tempting delights. Or simply escape the hustle and bustle and enjoy a lazy Christmas lunch at one of many fabulous restaurants, offering local seasonal produce wrapped up in a traditional Christmas way – and we’ve plenty of wide-open space to blow away the Christmas haze too! For the brave few… there’s the annual Jersey Christmas Day swim… do you think you would be enticed in?
Fa la la la la local… Christmas markets and events.
Looking for a gift for that special someone, something different and unique, something to show someone that you care? Don’t miss the various markets and events happening around the island. Fill your Christmas break with festive finds and gift gems to delight your lucky friends and family on the big day.
The Genuine Jersey Simply Christmas Markets sees The Royal Square in St. Helier transformed into a vibrant and colourful hub showcasing Jersey’s finest artisans. Or how about making something unique to celebrate the jolly season? Discover festive workshops or find out what Christmas was like for the Georgians with the National Trust for Jersey. Don’t miss Jersey’s iconic Christmas Day swims – enjoy an early morning dip before the festivities kick off. Whatever you do, do it with joy in your heart in Jersey.
Plan your perfect Christmas break.
Meet the tour operators who can sprinkle a little Christmas magic into your plans and create a festive holiday to remember.
Channel Islands Direct
Channel Islands Direct is a privately owned, independent tour operator based in Jersey. We have been operating holidays to the Channel Islands since 1979 and are pleased to offer the widest choice of accommodation and travel options to Jersey, Guernsey, Alderney, Sark and Herm.
JerseyTravel.com
JerseyTravel.com is the place to discover Jersey, find your ideal place to stay, and book your dream island break. We offer an unbeatable selection of holiday packages throughout the year, including a range of exclusive unique holiday experiences from spa breaks to heritage holidays.
Channel Escapes
No hidden extras - just select your dates and book with a click! Escape to Jersey in first-class surroundings with seamless travel arrangements, excellent service and above all, unbeatable value.
Freedom Self-Catering Holidays
Freedom Self-Catering Holidays has a great choice of quality self catering apartments, cottages, houses and flats to rent. A large variety of styles and sizes in town, country, coastal and beach locations are available. Come and go as you please with super flexible self-catering in Jersey.
Festive family fun.
Gather your brood for a family Christmas break in Jersey. The island provides a host of ways to entertain the whole family during Christmas. Soak up the spectacle of the festive light switch on, illumining St. Helier with Christmas cheer, or head along to the merry parade that winds through the streets of town. You might even be lucky enough to visit the man himself, Father Christmas!
Places to stay on your Jersey Christmas break.
Discover the best hotels, guest houses and self-catering lets to hang your stocking this festive season. Whether you’re coming for a flurry of weekend festivities or a glorious Christmas family gathering, explore all the possibilities here.
The Atlantic Hotel
One of Jersey's finest luxury hotels combining breathtaking ocean views with the award-winning Ocean Restaurant. The Atlantic Hotel is set within ten acres of beautiful and extensive private grounds, situated in one of the most stunning locations in the Channel Islands.
Les Ormes Resort
At Les Ormes, we mix high quality self-catering accommodation with superb onsite facilities. We have created a unique environment with a trampoline and activity park, golf course, swimming pools, kids' activities and so much more right on your doorstep. A guaranteed fun-filled experience, no matter what your age.
Château La Chaire Hotel
Château La Chaire is a grade II listed country house in Jersey set on the cliffs of a picturesque green valley by the sea. Now one of the island’s top hotel and restaurants, renowned for its luxurious rooms, fine dining and warm, friendly service. You get a sense of being away from it all as soon as you arrive.
Pomme d’Or Hotel
Overlooking Liberation Square and St. Helier marina the four-star Pomme d'Or Hotel combines its strong tradition of guest hospitality and care with a contemporary, metropolitan design which is perfect for both the leisure and business traveller.
Late night Christmas shopping.
St. Helier, Jersey’s market town, will open its doors to eager shoppers for extended hours in the run up to Christmas, including late night shopping on Thursday evenings and on Sundays. Perfect for those wanting to purchase gifts, or for those who just want to enjoy the hustle and bustle, sipping a mulled wine or two!
Fill your Christmas stocking with Jersey memories.
Spreading Christmas cheer from Jersey.
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