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Ceramic German mug from local Christmas market

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…

Hotel Grande Bretagne: A Grecian Jewel

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It’s not entirely fair to judge a hotel (or any location in Athens, really) by the ability to see the Acropolis from its roof or rooms because the renowned site is visible from many vantage points in the city. Still, Hotel Grande Bretagne–a 5-star historical landmark and Luxury Collection hotel–offers…
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Sexmuseum Amsterdam

Unusual Museums Around the World

I’ve always been drawn to obscure things; I’ve never been attracted to the normal or what the cool kids were doing. In particular, I enjoy the unusual and the macabre—blame it on an enduring love of the works of Edgar Allan Poe—and I always seem to seek out bizarre and…
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10 Things to Do in Havana, Cuba

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For most Americans born after the 1958 embargo, Cuba has remained an island of mystery even though it’s only 105 miles off the shore of Key West, Florida. We know very little of Cuba–perhaps only the 3 c’s–Communism, cars, and cigars, but the destination is so much more than that. The island is…
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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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Brightly colored trees in autumn

Hidden Gem Alert: The Berkshires

Please note: Thanks to vaccinations and relaxed mask and travel rules, travel has slowly begun to relaunch. However, please keep your safety and the safety of others in mind at all times. If you are comfortable with traveling, please travel responsibly and within regulation as any travel is at your…
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