Copenhagen is a vibrant and totally captivating city to visit all year around, but if you’re after a really special experience, plan to visit at the end of the year; when the Danish capital is completely immersed in a festive spirit. From traditional Danish stocking fillers, to new and unusual wares, a pre-Christmas shopping trip to Copenhagen promises to be a rewarding and revitalising one indeed. This year, why not ditch the usual mundane chaos of your capital city, and head somewhere new instead? Book a holiday rental in the centre of Copenhagen and you’ll have the best yuletide markets right at your doorstep. Following are some of our favourite markets, so pack light and set forth on a Christmas shopping trip with a difference. Dates are provisional and subject to change, so do check closer to the date. Glædelig Jul! Tivoli Gardens Christmas Market (09 November- 28 December, 2012) The century old Tivoli Gardens, one of Europe’s oldest fun parks, is gorgeous at the best of times; yet it is at Christmas that it really comes magically alive. The whole estate is decorated with lights, lanterns and a myriad of stalls selling everything from tree decorations, to porcelain wares, wooden dolls and local arts ...