Christmas away from home: What the Irish abroad will miss most

Hugs from mum, Elf and 'the craic' - well known faces talk about what they'll miss most about Ireland this festive season

Amanda Byram will miss Christmas surrounded by her family.

For many Irish people living abroad, getting home for Christmas is the light at the end of a year spend away from family and friends. 

This year that dream may not be possible for lots of expats. We spoke to some well-known Irish people scattered across the world and asked them what they love and miss about an Irish Christmas.