Christmas

Boxing Day is the day after Christmas when Brits visit loved ones, tuck into leftover turkey, and hit the stores in search of Boxing Day sale bargains. Steer clear of the shoppers and swap London's city sights for the beauty of rural England on this full-day trip. Step back into the Middle Ages at Warwick Castle, enjoy a guided tour of the honey-hued city of Oxford, and see the birthplace of William Shakespeare and stop for lunch in Stratford-upon-Avon.

Celebrate Christmas Day at Canterbury Cathedral, and enjoy a traditional Christmas lunch on this day trip by coach from London. Leaving on Christmas morning, drive through the villages in Kent before stopping in Canterbury. First, attend the traditional Christmas Day service led by the Archbishop of Canterbury at the magnificent, UNESCO-listed cathedral. Then, afterward, sit down nearby to a delicious, 3-course Christmas lunch.

Celebrate the holidays in style during this 90-minute excursion, featuring a trolley tour of Christmas lights at some of Chicago's most famous sights, followed by a shopping trip to the German-themed Christkindlmarket. See Lincoln Park, Daley Plaza and Michigan Avenue adorned with lights for the holiday season. Then find something for the important people on your list at the Christkindlmarket, a German-tinged Christmas offering unique gifts and fun-filled activities for the whole family.

Make your Christmas Eve in England extra magical with this full-day coach trip to Leeds Castle and Canterbury from London. Venture through London's historical, maritime district of Greenwich, and visit fairy tale-like Leeds Castle in Kent. Admire this breathtaking moated castle, and tour its grandiose rooms as you discover its history. In ancient Canterbury, visit the exterior of the UNESCO-listed Canterbury Cathedral before finishing your day at the city's Christmas markets.

Get in the holiday spirit by booking this memorable Berlin event: entry to the Great Orangery, a Christmas-themed concert in the lavish Charlottenburg Palace, complete with a pre-concert, three-course dinner. Indulge in a hearty meal and then sit back in the opulent palace and listen to the city's top musicians perform classical and opera favorites, including Handel's 'Messiah' and Bach's Christmas 'Oratorio.'

Spend Boxing Day delving into the rich history and beauty of Kent on this full-day coach trip from London. Escape London's shopping crowds and pass through historical, maritime Greenwich on route to Leeds Castle in Kent. Take a guided tour of this fairy tale-like moated castle, once home to medieval monarchs. Next, enjoy a fish and chips lunch in the ancient city of Canterbury, and visit magnificent, 11th-century Canterbury Cathedral as you uncover its bloody history. Lastly, admire views of the iconic White Cliffs of Dover before returning to London.

Get into the holiday spirit with this 2.5-hour walking tour of Budapest's Christmas markets. Follow a guide through the city streets to see Andrássy Avenue, St. Stephen's Basilica, and the Hungarian State Opera House. Then stop at a cellar for tastings of three local wines, such as the beloved Bull's Blood and Tokaj. Afterward, head to the Christmas markets to peruse handmade mementos and Hungarian delicacies. You'll be treated to a cup of mulled wine at the end of your tour.

Europe's atmospheric Christmas markets draw visitors from all over the world during the festive season, but this means it's also one of the most expensive times to stay on the continent. Instead, opt for a full-day tour of Brugge's Christmas markets from London, and get in the holiday spirit as you shop for gifts, feast on festive treats, or hit the ice rink. Eurostar or ferry tickets and round-trip transport are included.

See New Orleans City Park transformed into a holiday wonderland at Celebration in the Oaks during the month of December. This seasonal 3-hour extravaganza includes a narrated coach ride aboard Santa's bus plus access to numerous attractions within the park. See mature live oaks strewn with shimmering ornaments and view lighted exhibits while listening to nightly musical entertainment featuring school choirs, orchestras, bell choirs, dancing troupes and gospel groups. Don't miss the Historic Train Garden, Conservatory of the Two Sisters, Carousel Gardens Amusement Park, Storyland and Botanical Gardens.

Spend a celebratory Christmas Eve or Christmas day gliding down the River Seine on an elegant Bateaux Parisiens dining cruise. Toast to your friends and loved ones with a glass of Champagne while admiring waterside views of the UNESCO-listed riverbanks and landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, the Louvre, and Mus ee d'Orsay. Take a seat in your chosen section for a gourmet, 5-course dinner accompanied by wine and live entertainment for a truly memorable holiday.

Gain exclusive after-hours access to the Church of S. Maria Immacolata and the Capuchin Crypt during this concert experience in Rome. Celebrate the holidays by listening to a beautiful performance by the Schola Romana Ensemble, who specializes in a capella. Plus, get a special tour of the crypt, which is famous for containing the skeletal remains of more than 3,000 bodies believed to be Capuchin friars.

Explore three of Berlin's best Christmas markets on this guided, 4-hour walking tour. See the Christmas booths around Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church in the heart of old West Berlin; wander the markets in the medieval center of Spandau; and top off the tour at Charlottenburg Palace, home to one of the most prominent Christmas markets in the city. Try traditional holiday delicacies, browse the hand-crafted goods, and sip a Glühwein, the hot mulled wine that is a seasonal staple.

While in Budapest, check out this private city and Christmas markets tour that gives you a compelling look at the history and culture of the city. First hit the streets with your private guide taking in views of popular attractions of Hungary's capital, and then make your way to at least three Christmas markets. Shop for gifts (own expense), admire the holiday-themed stalls, and enjoy the company of your group members during this private experience.

Berlin has over fifty different Christmas markets, so it can be difficult as a tourist to know which are the best to visit. Save time researching, and instead have a guide to take you on a tour of Christmas market highlights. You won't have to worry about organizing where to eat, as you'll enjoy six different tastings, mulled wine, and hot chocolate with whiskey. 

Trade London's hectic Boxing Day sale crowds for three of England's most famous towns and attractions. On the day after Christmas, board a comfortable coach and set off from the capital into the quintessential English countryside. Get up close to the stately Windsor Castle, one of the Queen's official residences; unravel the myths and legends surrounding the UNESCO-listed Stonehenge; tuck into a traditional English lunch in the pretty town of Amesbury; and wander amid 18th-centry Georgian architecture in Bath.

Escape London's tourist crowds and endless traffic jams and experience the city at its best on a 3-hour Christmas Day tour by vintage bus. Cruise past the English capital's legendary landmarks while listening to entertaining audio commentary; sail through the traffic-free streets and enjoy unrivalled views of Big Ben, Westminster Abbey and the Houses of Parliament as you discover the city on a vintage red double-decker bus. Stop for photo opportunities outside the Tower of London and the London Eye and capture excellent shots without the usual hordes of tourists.

Visit three of southern England's star attractions during the peace and quiet of Boxing Day - December 26 - on this full-day tour from London. Travel to Windsor, and stroll around its highlights and cobbled streets before admiring Windsor Castle on a perimeter walk. After a fish-and-chip lunch, continue to Stonehenge, the world-famous prehistoric stone circle. Admire this ancient monument before a walking and panoramic tour around Bath, the Roman spa town famed for its Georgian architecture.

Spend a memorable Christmas Day in Sydney on board a cruise on the harbor. Enjoy a buffet with seafood, roast meats, salads, and desserts. Dance to Christmas music while admiring great views of the harbor. The cruise makes a good gift, and is a fun way to spend the day with travel companions or friends and relatives.

Make Boxing Day extra special with this full-day tour of Windsor, Stonehenge, Bath and Lacock from London. On December 26, travel by air-conditioned coach to see Windsor Castle, the picturebook medieval castle in Windsor still used by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Next, visit spectacular, prehistoric UNESCO-listed Stonehenge and enjoy an English pub lunch, before continuing to 13th-century Lacock. Admire this quintessential English village, and then finish with a coach and walking tour of handsome, Georgian-era Bath to see top Bath attractions including the Royal Crescent and Pulteney Bridge.

Named in honor of the late Maestro Kenneth Schermerhorn, who led the GRAMMY Award-winning Nashville Symphony for 22 years, the Schermerhorn Symphony Center is home of the Nashville Symphony. Located in downtown Nashville's SoBro neighborhood, across from the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, the building hosts a wide range of musical events, including classical, pops, jazz, and world music. An experience at the Nashville Schermerhorn Symphony Center can take you on a musical Journey that will last a lifetime.     An Elvis Christmas with the Nashville SymphonyWednesday, December 19, 2018 at 7:30 p.m.Thursday, December 20, 2018 at 7:30 p.m.Schermerhorn Symphony CenterVisit the Itinerary section below for more details on events.