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The Best European Christmas Markets of 2024

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As winter sets in and festive lights illuminate the streets, European Christmas markets transform cities into magical wonderlands. Here’s your ultimate guide to the best European Christmas markets of 2024, each offering unique charms, seasonal treats, and unforgettable experiences. Christkindlesmarkt | Nuremberg, Germany Location: Hauptmarkt Square, Nuremberg Duration: November 29 – December 24, 2024 Special Features – The iconic…
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The Famous Peach Liqueur of Cochem, Germany

Germany’s Mosel Valley is dotted with lush greenery, storybook castles, and endless stretches of vineyards and it is also the place where I decided to search for a bit of calm during a whirlwind tour of Europe last summer. I found myself in the little town of Cochem–the epicenter of…
Houses of Amsterdam

10 Things NOT to Do in Amsterdam

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As a traveler, your goal should always be to be curious but respectful and eager but not ignorant. It’s a big world out there and seeing and learning about different cultures and people is one of the greatest benefits of travel. I realize what a privilege it is to be…
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Midnight Sun Norway

Chasing the Midnight Sun in Norway

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It feels like noon, but it’s really 2 AM–it’s unbelievable but easily verified by glancing at my watch. For an insomniac like me, who often stays awake for inordinate stretches of time, I don’t feel the pressure or guilt of those intrusive ‘I should be asleep’ thoughts. This is heaven. Actually,…
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5 Things to Do in Santorini, Greece

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If you’ve ever drafted a travel bucket list, chances are the island of Santorini has made an appearance and rightfully so. The stark white buildings with their world famous blue domes, the dazzling views of the Aegean Sea, and expanse of multi-hued beaches make the small Cycladic island a popular…
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Afternoon Tea at Hôtel de Crillon

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RETURN TO GLORY For what felt like an interminable four years, the luxury travel world waited with bated breath for the reopening of the Hôtel de Crillon in Paris. The renowned stalwart, with its ornate décor and storied past, had failed to step into the contemporary world of design and had begun…
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