Free trips and gifts worth thousands of pounds: how to win before Christmas.

According to The Sun: Before Christmas, we have gathered several amazing travel competitions where you can win prizes like vacations worth up to £2000.

Among the prizes are free trips, memberships to Forestry England, gift cards worth £1000, and stays in luxurious five-star hotels. The key is to know where to look and how to enter. Fortunately, we have prepared all the necessary details for you...

Win three nights in a hotel in Baquiera Beret, Spain, for the 2025-26 ski season!

Forestry England is celebrating the launch of its national Stick Man trail, partnering with Micro Scooters for a prize draw for forest adventures and camping.

Win a Stick Man and Micro Scooters set

Prize: Forestry England, in collaboration with Micro Scooters, offers a special prize for forest adventures and camping.

One winner will receive: a family Micro scooter set worth £750, a Forestry England membership valued at £94, two nights camping at any of Forestry England's campsites, plus a Stick Man toy and keyring set.

Closing date: January 14, 2026

How to enter: Go to the competition page and fill out the online form with your name and address.

Win a mini ski getaway with lift passes and equipment rental

Prize: Three nights in a hotel in Baquiera Beret, Spain, for the 2025-26 ski season, plus four days of lift passes and equipment rental for two.

This resort in the heart of the Pyrenees, in the Catalonia region of Spain, is one of the country's most famous.

This prize, valued up to £1500, does not include airfare.

Closing date: December 4, 2025.

How to enter: Answer a few easy questions on the competition page and subscribe to the Snow Magazine newsletter.

Win six nights on a cruise for two

Prize: Fred. Olsen along with the Simply Christmas fair in NEC Birmingham offers a free cruise.

One lucky winner and their guest will have the chance to enjoy the 'German Christmas Market' cruise on the Balmoral ship.

The cruise starts from South Hampshire on December 16, 2026, and lasts for six nights, returning on December 22, 2026, just in time for the next Christmas.

The winner and their guest will share an ocean-view cabin and enjoy full board, free tips, and selected drinks during lunches and dinners in the ship's restaurants. The prize is valued at approximately £1600.

Closing date: December 31, 2025.

How to enter: Fill out the online form. All travelers must be at least 18 years old and possess a valid passport; medical insurance is also required. The prize does not include travel to and from the cruise terminal in Southampton.

Win a luxury hotel and spa weekend

Prize: Rutland Hall Hotel and Discover Rutland offer a luxury hotel and spa weekend in the UK for two, valued at £1000.

Rutland Hall & Spa, located on the shores of Rutland Water, combines rural and modern luxury.

One lucky winner will receive accommodation in the elegant Windsor Suite along with dinner and a bottle of wine, wellness treatments, breakfast, and sparkling wine during their stay.

Closing date: December 31, 2025.

How to enter: Visit the Discover Rutland website and enter your details to participate in the draw.

Win a £1000 gift card

Prize: A £1000 gift card for spending on Tour Compass services, which include tours to Costa Rica, Thailand, the USA, and Bali.

How to enter: This is an ongoing draw when you subscribe to the Tour Compass newsletter.

Win a vacation in the Scottish Highlands

Prize: Three nights for two at The Torridon, including breakfast each morning and dinner at the 1887 restaurant.

The Torridon, situated between the mountains and Loch Torridon on the west coast of Scotland, was built in the 1860s as a hunting lodge. As the northernmost five-star hotel in the UK, The Torridon offers a unique and luxurious experience in the mountains.

It has recently been recognized as the Best Place to Stay in Scotland, offering whisky tastings and stunning views.

Closing date: December 31, 2025.

How to enter: Visit The Torridon competition page and answer a simple question about the hotel's offer.

Win a cruise with Marella Cruises

Prize: A five-day cruise on Marella Explorer, taking place on November 26, 2026, for two people, valued at around £2000.

The prize includes a flight to Malaga on a TUI flight from London, Manchester, or Glasgow, as well as a return from Tenerife.

Closing date: February 28, 2026.

How to enter: Subscribe to the Marella Cruises newsletter.

Now is a great opportunity for travel lovers to try their luck and win unforgettable experiences. The competitions offer various prizes, from vacations to outdoor entertainment. Don’t miss your chance, as each draw has its closing date, so it’s worth rushing! We promise that the specially prepared details will make your participation easy and enjoyable.