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Holiday Season Travel Itineraries for Every Style and Budget
By Alexis Nicols
Cruises with AmaWaterways explore rivers in South America, Europe, Asia and Africa. | PHOTO: COURTESY OF AMAWATERWAYS
Holiday travel should feel magical, not stressful. But between coordinating flights, hotels, and creating itineraries, the planning alone can seem daunting. When you book with CAA, we do the heavy lifting for you. Pick how you want the holiday to feel, then choose the destination and tour that gives you everything you want.
What’s your style? Here are four packages to get inspired.
Warm & Effortless
AmaWaterways River Cruises Unpack once and wake up somewhere new every morning. AmaWaterways’ holiday river cruises deliver seasonal sights, curated shore excursions and a warm atmosphere — perfect for travellers who want immersion without the logistics. Make the most of exploring the rivers of Europe during the holidays with CAA exclusive member benefits. Best for: Comfort seekers, lovers of curated options and breathtaking scenery.
Holiday river cruises with AmaWaterways run from mid-November through the new year. | PHOTO: COURTESY OF AMAWATERWAYS
Reflective & Historical Trafalgar Guided Tours There’s sightseeing, and then there’s understanding what you’re seeing. Trafalgar’s guided historical tours offer the latter with expert-led, well-paced trips built for travellers who want to leave with a deeper appreciation of the places they’ve been. With Trafalgar, you can visit Europe and Britain, North and Central America, South America, Africa and the Middle East, Australia and New Zealand, or Asia. Best for: History buffs, families with older teens and anyone who travels to learn.
An Eastern Europe cruise with Trafalgar makes it easy to visit spectacular historical sites. | PHOTO: COURTESY OF TRAFALGAR
Festive & Bustling
Christmas Market Tours with Member Choice Vacations Few things capture the spirit of the season quite like a Christmas market — the smells, the lights, the handmade finds, the food. Pair that with a guided tour that handles the logistics and all you have to do is show up and enjoy it. The magical Christmas markets of Québec City and Montréal await. Best for: Holiday enthusiasts, friend groups and travellers looking for a festive atmosphere.
The German Christmas market in Québec City is an annual extravaganza of colourful displays. | PHOTO: COURTESY OF QUEBEC GETAWAYS
High Energy New Year’s Eve with Royal Caribbean Ring in the New Year at sea. No hosting, no cooking, just celebration. Royal Caribbean’s holiday cruises offer resort-style entertainment and midnight moments to remember. Best for: Families, couples and groups ready to start the year in style. CAA
New Year’s Eve at sea? Yes, please. | PHOTO: COURTESY OF WANDERING FOODIE
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Holiday river cruises with AmaWaterways run from mid-November through the new year. | PHOTO: COURTESY OF AMAWATERWAYS
Warm & Effortless
AmaWaterways River Cruises Unpack once and wake up somewhere new every morning. AmaWaterways’ holiday river cruises deliver seasonal sights, curated shore excursions and a warm atmosphere — perfect for travellers who want immersiona without the logistics. Make the most of exploring the rivers of Europe, Asia and Africa with CAA exclusive member benefits. Best for: Comfort seekers, lovers of curated options and breathtaking scenery.
An Eastern Europe cruise with Trafalgar makes it easy to visit spectacular historical sites. | PHOTO: COURTESY OF TRAFALGAR
Reflective & Historical Trafalgar Guided Tours There’s sightseeing, and then there’s understanding what you’re seeing. Trafalgar’s guided historical tours offer the latter with expert-led, well-paced trips built for travellers who want to leave with a deeper appreciation of the places they’ve been. With Trafalgar, you can visit Europe and Britain, North and Central America, South America, Africa and the Middle East, Australia and New Zealand, or Asia. Best for: History buffs, families with older teens and anyone who travels to learn.
The German Christmas market in Québec City is an annual extravaganza of colourful displays. | PHOTO: COURTESY OF GETAWAY QUEBEC
Festive & Bustling
Christmas Market Tours with Member Choice Vacations Few things capture the spirit of the season quite like a Christmas market — the smells, the lights, the handmade finds, the food. Pair that with a guided tour that handles the logistics and all you have to do is show up and enjoy it. The magical Christmas markets of Québec City and Montréal await. Best for: Holiday enthusiasts, friend groups and travellers looking for a festive atmosphere.
New Year’s Eve at sea? Yes, please. | PHOTO: COURTESY OF YOUR WANDERING FOODIE