What you need for a Christmas market trip
You may be planning a Christmas market trip in the next few days but there’s a few things you need to know beforehand.
These are some things you need to prepare before going on your festive day out:
- Check the weather forecast – you need to make sure you wrap up warm
- Plan your trip – take some time to decide what parts of the market you want to go to most
- Set a budget – many know that some things at Christmas markets are a bit pricey so it’s important to set a financial budget
London’s Winter Wonderland running up until New Year’s Day
Elsewhere in the lead-up to Christmas, London’s iconic Winter Wonderland is set to run up until New Year’s Day 2024.
The huge attraction opened on November 17 and will remain open until January 1, 2024.
As well as food and drink stalls, there are attractions including fairground rides and and the biggest open-air ice rink in the country.
You will need to book a ticket to visit although it is free during off-peak hours.
What has Coca-Cola said about its Christmas truck tour?
Florence Wheatley, Brand Manager at Coca-Cola Company, Great Britain, said: “Coca-Cola has been spreading Christmas cheer for decades and, this year, we’ve added even more exciting elements to make it as magical and merry as possible.
“Alongside the beloved return of the Truck Tour nationwide and the much loved ‘Holidays Are Coming’ advert, we have introduced new elements like the ‘World Needs More Santas’ TVC and an interactive Santa Quiz.
“We’re also thrilled to extend our partnership with Neighbourly, emphasising spreading kindness and making a positive impact across the UK. Together, we want to inspire year-round acts of goodwill and truly make a difference in all local communities.”
What prizes could you win?
As part of its Christmas Truck tour, Coca-Cola is offering a slew of prizes to lucky visitors.
These prizes include:
- Festive Christmas Merch
- Christmas Meal Experiences
- Trip to Magical Lapland
Did Coca-Cola invent Santa’s famous red suit?
Santa has been featured in Coke adverts since the 1920s with a jolly fat man in a red coat.
And although many people believe Coca-Cola were the one to dress Santa in red, that iconic outfit dates back much further, many historians believe the colours were inspired by the Bishop of Myra in the 4th Century.
Father Christmas in his red robes dates back as far as 16th century in England during the reign of Henry VIII (though he occasionally wore green). But across the world Santa had been depicted as everything from a tall thin man to a tiny elf man.
How do I keep track of the Coca-Cola truck tour route?
The itinerary for the Coca-Cola truck can be found on the drink’s official website.
Announcements about new dates and locations added to the truck’s schedule will be posted.
