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Cheval Residences is the perfect option to see the Christmas Lights in London this holiday! The City of London takes Christmas very seriously. London's Christmas Lights are like a cinammon and spice slap in the face. It makes you believe in Santa no matter how old you are and makes even the grumpiest person in the world smile. Enough said, here is the list of the best Christmas Lights sites in London. Carnaby Christmas 2013: The Year of the Robin The 13 streets that make up this prime west Soho shopping area always make a fuss for Christmas - and this year is no exception. Expect a flock of giant robins to start bobbing along from Nov14, when the lights on the arches of Carnaby Street itself will also be switched on. A huge LED screen will display your tweets and Instagram snaps of the event, while you enjoy the live entertainment: gigs from breaking bands, free drinks, goodie bags and even a talk on current trends from Grazia's Editor-at-Large Angela Buttolp...

Fortnum & Mason With Christmas and New Year comes along a lot of shopping. And department stores usually makes this end-of-the-year task a lot easier and they even have the power to make it a pleasant moment. Department stores are a London specialty. You can find them all over the city, each one with what makes them unique. Not only they sell everything you need, from clothing, shoes and accessories, but they go all the way to caviar, furniture and toys, not forgetting jewelery and cosmetics . They also have their own bars, restaurants or cafés for that pause that a good day of shopping requires. And, of course, if you feel overwhelmed with all the options you can count on the services of a personal shopper to help you. +Fortnum & Mason   - For three centuries this jewel of London has been commited to bringing the world's best food to Piccadilly. With five award-winner restaurants, Fortnum & Mason is an expert in fine food, wines and teas. Howeve...

We Make London is a group of like-minded designer-makers. Their first fair was held in 2008, and since then they've gone bigger and better. This December they are returning to the BAC with 60 hand-picked exhibitors selling everything from jewellery to bath & body to art, plus activities where you can get involved and try some crafting for yourself. This year the event will take place on the 1st December at Battersea Arts Center. Shoppers will be able to relax in the cosy cafe with a selection of delicious homemade delights. Visitors will also be able to take part in the fabulous, fun activities taking place, from face paiting, carol singing, Christmas craft workshops for both adults and kids including Screen Print a Tote Bag with Mr Wingate, Make a Festive Fascinator with Miss Millinery and many more. Visitors with small children can also take their children to the special Bees Knees crèche, special decorated and designed to keep the little ones entertained whil...

In London for the Holiday Season? Don't miss on the best of Christmas and New Years tips in our Festive Season page ! You can find a lot of options to spend the last month of the year with style and enjoy the best of London with your love one, your family and friends. Among our suggestions you can find Christmas markets and fairs, good options for Christmas Dining, Carolling, where to shop for Christmas and much more! Cheval Residences Luxury Serviced Apartments Great Locations for your Vacation Rental

If you think going Christmas shopping is stressful but needed, there is another option that may relieve the tension of this holiday task. For the second year, British Pullman by Oriental Express gives you a chance to buy your Christmas gifts from luxury british brands on board of the train. Each retailer will have a carriage to create a little shop in.  And if shopping makes you hungry, a four-course lunch with wine and Champagne will be served.  The trip is a round-trip and the train does not stop.  The list of retailers of 2012 was not disclosed yet, but 2011 retailers included Harrods, Brora, Cath Kidston, Signature Boutique by Orient-Express, Ettinger, Miller Harris, Liberty London, Holland & Holland, Astley Clarke, Daniel Sandler and Elenis. The departure is December 6 from the Victoria Station, departing at 11:45 and coming back at 16:30. The price per person is  £ 350.  For further information go to Orient-Express website...