Discover Handcrafted Holiday Treasures at European Christmas Markets Looking for unique gifts and one-of-a-kind holiday treasures? A visit to the European Christmas markets offers an unforgettable shopping experience filled with handcrafted wonders that will last for generations. From intricate ornaments to locally made delicacies, these markets offer a variety of traditional holiday items, each one […]
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Spend Your Next Christmas Holiday in Europe
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Spend Your Next Christmas Holiday in Europe Why wait? Start planning your 2025 Christmas holiday now and experience the magic of European Christmas markets! Whether you’re exploring the festive streets of Western or Eastern Europe, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Here are some top destinations to consider: Destinations in Western Europe Strasbourg, France – […]
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The Ultimate Winter Adventure for Skiers and Snowboarders in British Columbia
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Ready for the winter adventure of a lifetime? Experience six days of heart-pounding heli-skiing and snowboarding in British Columbia’s stunning wilderness. This tour is designed for serious winter sports enthusiasts who crave challenging terrain and adrenaline-filled days. Your adventure starts with a short flight from Vancouver to Bella Coola, BC, where you’ll stay at Eagle […]
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Experience the Magic of European Christmas Markets This Holiday Season
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Looking to make your 2025 (or beyond) Christmas unforgettable? Why not plan a magical European Christmas holiday filled with enchanting markets, festive traditions, and breathtaking winter landscapes? With so many amazing destinations to choose from, the hardest part will be picking just one! Top Christmas Market Destinations in Western Europe Strasbourg, FranceDubbed the “Capital of […]
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Heritage Tours to Norway: Explore UNESCO Sites and Scandinavian History
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Are you ready to immerse yourself in the rich cultural and historical heritage of Norway? With many Americans tracing their roots back to Scandinavia, a heritage trip to Norway offers an unparalleled opportunity to connect with your ancestry while exploring some of the world’s most breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage sites. UNESCO and Its Role in […]
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Christmas Market Beverages
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Glühwein, translated to “mulled wine”, is a delicious hot alcoholic drink made from red or white wine as the base and spiced with seasonings. I heard a lot of people describe as “hot sangria”, and if you’ve ever had Spanish sangria, you would agree. It was the perfect drink that kept you warm while walking […]
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Christmas River Cruising
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I recently had the opportunity to sail aboard the Emerald Dawn Star Ship through the Rhine and Main River with the itinerary being centered on Europe’s Christmas Markets. As a fellow Christmas fanatic, I was super excited to visit these European cities and get a front seat look into how each one prepares for and […]
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Festive Season in the Heart of Germany
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The European Christmas Markets exceeded my expectations and there is no better way to see them then on a river cruise. I sailed on Tanquility II with Avalon Waterways. The Festive Season in the Heart of Germany was a 6-day cruise sailing from Nuremberg to Frankfurt. In Nuremberg there is plenty of guided sightseeing to […]
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When visiting the Czech Republic you’ll most certainly visit Prague. 
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And when in Prague, do as the Czechs do – eat, drink and socialize! It’s wise to avoid the usual tourist restaurants, they can be crowded and pricey. There is a wide variety of Czech food tours that are well worth the cost. You’ll have an experienced guide who knows the local favorite spots to […]
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Christmas markets are popular all over Europe – it’s fun to roam the streets in different cities, sampling the holiday treats and enjoying Christmas music and traditions that differ in each location. A private Berlin Christmas walking tour can be a much more enriching experience. You’ll begin at the Brandenburg Gate and continue to the […]
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Make a Stop at the Wieliczka Salt Mine
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If you’re visiting the Krakow Christmas Market in Poland, you may want to take a break from the holiday festivities to visit one of the first Unesco World Heritage Sites in Europe – the Wieliczka Salt Mine. This fascinating mine has been in operation for over 700 years, and is popular with visitors not only for it’s […]
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While on my Danube River Cruise I was fortunate to visit two Christmas Markets with the first being in Vienna, Austria. The Wiener Christkindlmarkt is known for its beautiful backdrop of the illuminated city hall. This market is a culinary masterpiece with the traditional roasted chestnuts, giant donuts, cream-filled pastries and a dozen varieties of […]
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In Europe, there are many magical areas where Christmas Markets fill the streets with sights and sounds of the season. I was on a river cruise on AMA Waterways, on the Danube River, visiting all sorts of markets. One of my favorites was in the city of Mozart, Salzburg, at the Salzburger Christkindl-Markt. The market […]
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I was lucky enough to experience the Christmas Market in Nice, France. They call this market the Village de Noel Nice and it is located in the Place Massena and adjacent to the famed department store Galeries Lafayette. The plaza is loaded with wooden stalls each showcasing handcrafted ornaments, Christmas decor and delicious bites to […]