Becauase I knew we would be away, I wanted to make sure that we started our own traditions so it would be special + unique to us {and so we wouldn't be moping around wishing we were home!}. So, besides making some family dishes passed along to us, this year, we decided to attend the Royal Albert Hall on Christmas Eve. And, if we are here next Christmas {ugh}, we will definitely be going back for the Carols by Candlelight!
The Royal Albert Hall is breathtakingly stunning. I heard it was beautiful, but I didn't expect it to be this regal + festive. The Hall itself was giant, holding 6,000 people, and yet it was warm + intimate, lit up with sparkling lights, elegant holiday decor, and rich, red velvety fabrics. The show was filled with carols, singlongs {the best part!}, and Christmas readings. The 3-hour show felt very London, in a royal sense {I can imagine the Queen + Prince having their own box}, but also unique to our little family.
So while we were bummed to be away from our families this year, we had a great + memorable holiday weekend. Next up: A Spanish New Years Eve!