It's Christmas Time, There's No Need To Be Afraid

"It's Christmas time, there's no need to be afraid
At Christmas time, we let in light and we banish shade
And in our world of plenty we can spread a smile of joy
Throw your arms around the world at Christmas time."

"But say a prayer, Pray for the other ones
At Christmas time it's hard, but when you're having fun
There's a world outside your window
And it's a world of dread and fear
Where the only water flowing
Is the bitter sting of tears
And the Christmas bells that ring
There are the clanging chimes of doom." 

Could a Christmas song be anymore apt, for what 2020 has thrown up for just about everyone across the world this year? 

We don't think so!

A popular festive tune that has carried weight and meaning for many years since its original release in 1984, the 'Band Aid' Christmas hit rings true more than ever this year with the global pandemic's restrictions taking centre stage throughout.

As a result, a lack of time and a whole lot of sacrifice has been made when it came to our loved ones, we simply had to do what was needed to ensure we were all healthy and our countries got a grip on a major worldwide issue.

As we dive into the festive season with gifts galore, it's certainly going to be a time that feels a whole lot different from the norm. However, that isn't to say that Christmas won't once again be the main attraction this December.

The Algarve provides traditional and alternative thoughts, it is an ideal festive destination for all to enjoy, especially in the luxury regions of Quinta Do Lago, Vale Do Lobo and Vilamoura - it certainly takes the sting out of the freezing cold weather that Britain is associated with this month…

With the majority of the Portuguese population being Catholic, it won't be unusual to hear traditional caroling, brightly decorated Christmas trees, a nativity scene and Santa Claus (Pai Natal) firmly in town spreading the festive traditions, usually beginning on the popular day of Christmas Eve. 

'Christmas Madeiro', 'Christmas Feast of the Immaculate Conception' are always huge calendar events that locals look forward to each and every year - just this year will have the difference of socially distanced, of course.

No matter where you reside, Christmas is always a time of joy with your family and friends. We all love to treat our loved ones and what better way to do so with a luxury experience you can share as a group or maybe even a romantic couple…

As we approach 2021 and a return to normality later in the new year ahead, you can bet that the travel industry will prove a big hit with many looking to get away and make up for lost time with a well deserved break away.

Regency Luxury Villas are on hand to provide the perfect luxury villa in beautiful locations for your 2021 getaway. We can advise and recommend when, where and what to do throughout the year.

Browse our website for our carefully selected luxury villa rentals within Quinta Do Lago, Vale Do Lobo and Vilamoura villas or complete the contact form and let us do the work by sending you the perfect recommendation for you.  

On behalf of the team and villa owners at Regency Luxury Villas we would like to wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas and a happy, better and much deserved New Year throughout 2021 - we look forward to welcoming you back to paradise in the near future...