(Cover) - EN Showbiz - Katy Perry and husband Russell Brand will spend the holidays together in London this year.

The couple, who wed in October 2010, are returning to Britain to visit with Russell's family.

Katy and Russell are excited about their upcoming festivities.

"Katy thinks London is magical at this time of year and she knows how important it is for Russell to see his friends and family, having spent so long away from them while living with her in America," a source told British newspaper the Mirror.

Russell and Katy are trying their best to make this a fun family affair.

"With their families living so far apart, it is obviously difficult for them to get everyone in the same place over the holidays," the source explained.

"But they've arranged for Katy's parents to fly to London so they can spend Christmas there with Russell's mother Barbara."

Both Katy and Russell have had extremely busy years professionally. They are elated to be able to relax with one another.

"They just can't wait to spend some time together," the source said.

"They've hardly seen each other over the past year and it has definitely put a strain on their relationship." (C) Cover Media