Best Advent Calendar's for 2018

It is that time of year again when it acceptable to eat chocolate every single day, and for the sake of this article, we will pretend we didn't already do this! Dating back to the 1800s the first advent calendars consisted of drawing a chalk line on the door for every day leading up to Christmas Eve. It is believed that the first printed calendar was made in the early 1900s and it was inserted into a newspaper as a gift for the readers. This little piece of history is still well and alive today but as many of you know, this tradition has transformed. In this post, we will be looking at the best advent calendars to get your family! With all the options available to us nowadays it can be difficult to know what the best ones are. This year there is no need to stress from child to adult, you will be able to please everyone!

Traditional - Chocolate Calendars

The standard advent calendar mostly consists of mini branded chocolates. Such as Milkway, Mars, and Lindt. Of course, we had to include some of our favorite picks too! First up we have the classic Thorntons chocolate calendars. The ones below are perfect for the little ones! With classic characters like Frosty the Snowman and The Gruffalo! Your children will love these personalized treats. These calendars are priced at £5 each, including the personalized name! Or, you can get your hands on 3 for the price of 2.



Thorntons Chocolate Advent Calendar - £5 





Green & Black's Advent Calendar - £10.99
This is one for all those chocolate experts out there. Green & Blacks velvety chocolate is one of the best. Their famous dark chocolate is to die for. While their standard bars can be on the pricer side, you'll be happy to know that their Christmas calendar is priced at £10.99! Yes, you read that correct! They have outdone themselves with a beautifully designed box and a price that doesn't hurt our bank accounts.

Alcoholic Calendars

Moving on to the adults, we have a special something for you. Whether you are a big drinker or a hot chocolate and baileys kind of person. We have found you the perfect early Christmas gift.

A wonderful take on the classic Whiskey brand, Jack Daniels. They have bought together a sleek calendar containing 23 miniature bottles from across their whole range. You may be thinking that 23 won't lead up to Christmas Eve, and you are right. That is because Jack Daniels has put a special gift under one of the doors... but who knows which it will be! This mysterious calendar is priced a £60.
Next, we have an exclusive calendar designed and made by Baileys. This is a special one as you will only find it at Debenhams. Priced at £18, this calendar is currently on sale for £14.40. Inside you will find a wonderful selection of Bailey's truffles and three mini bottles of Baileys.

Lifestyle calendars 
Lifestyle calendars come in many different forms. From beauty and toys to socks! These alternative calendars are great for people who are sick of tradition and are in need of the new.

Lynx Men's Grooming Advent Calendar -£15
This great combo comes with not only 12 grooming tools but also some full-size products too! Including a body spray and a wax. Whoever that special guy is in your life, he will surely love this gift!



Yankee Candle Advent  Calendar - £24.99
We all know someone who loves candles; whether it is your mum, your sister, or your partner! You'll be able to please them with this scented goodness. This Yankee calendar comes with 24 scented tea light candles in 6 different fragrances and a glass tealight holder!

Lego City Advent Calendar - £22.99
This is one for the children. Christmas themed advent calendar will go down a treat with the young ones. Including a Lego Father Christmas, a  tree and so much more!









LookFantastic Beauty Advent Calendar - £59

Listen up beauty lovers. We could be here all day talking about beauty calendars, but you're here to find the best. LookFantastic is selling £300 worth of beauty products for £59! That is a saving of £241! Inside you will find brands such as Glamglow, Rituals, Sleek, and Molton Brown. This insane calendar is waiting for you. It is the best of both worlds, with a variety of brands at such a good price!

Unfortunately, that is all from our best advent calendars. Hopefully, you have found the perfect pre-Christmas gift in time!

- City Rooms

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