Under the starlight, a Christmas market emerges in the heart of a mountainous valley, gracefully extending at the foot of a majestic railway viaduct. As night falls, the ... Read more!
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Christmas in Rothenburg ob der Tauber: A Discovery Guide
Step into the enchanting embrace of Christmas in Rothenburg ob der Tauber as this captivating German country town transforms into a winter wonderland, seamlessly blending centuries-old customs with ... Read more!
Dresden Christmas Market: A Discovery Guide
Step into a winter wonderland as we embark on a virtual journey to one of Germany's most celebrated Christmas markets. The Dresden Christmas Market (or Striezelmarkt), with its ... Read more!
Stuttgart Christmas Market: A Discovery Guide
Welcome to a journey through the enchanting world of the Stuttgart Christmas Market! In the heart of Baden-Württemberg's capital, Stuttgart, a timeless tradition comes alive every year, transforming ... Read more!
Cologne Christmas Market: A Discovery Guide
Cologne, Germany, is a city steeped in history and tradition. It transforms into a winter wonderland of sparkling lights, festive cheer, and the sweet scent of mulled wine ... Read more!
Frankfurt Christmas Market: A Discovery Guide
The Frankfurt Christmas market draws approximately three million visitors and is one of Germany's largest Christmas markets. It starts, at the earliest, on the Monday preceding the first ... Read more!
Munich Christmas Market: A Discovery Guide
When night falls, and the snow-covered roofs of the market stalls glisten beneath the radiant glow of numerous lights, Munich Christmas Market on Marienplatz reveals its most enchanting ... Read more!
Nuremberg Christmas Market: A Discovery Guide
The Nuremberg Christmas Market is one of Germany's oldest and undoubtedly most famous Christmas markets. You'll find traditional Christmas decorations in the quaint wooden stalls, often handmade, and ... Read more!
Heidelberg Christmas Market: A Discovery Guide
True to its student tradition, the Heidelberg Christmas Market serves as a global gathering spot, drawing students, friends, and families together, as well as a significant number of ... Read more!
Freiburg Christmas Market: A Discovery Guide
The festive season in Germany brings to mind twinkling streets, the intoxicating aroma of mulled wine, shimmering lights, and charming stalls offering artisanal treasures. Every year, numerous German ... Read more!
Renting a car in Milan to Lyon: The Road Trip
There are memorable trips to be made in the Alps. The one I want to show you crosses three countries: France, Italy, and Switzerland. Under a radiant sun, ... Read more!
What Is America In French: A Little Guide
What is ‘America’ in French? This might be an easy question for francophiles and francophones to answer. But we should never take for granted that, for many, the ... Read more!
The French Touch in Buenos Aires: 5 Cultural Features
Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina, is famous for its unique blend of cultures, reflecting the heritage of various influences that have shaped its identity. Although much of ... Read more!
St Michael’s Mount: 10 fun facts about England’s Mont Saint-Michel
Last June, we visited the famous Mont Saint-Michel in Normandy. This was our first visit to the famous monument under blue skies and at low tide. But I'd ... Read more!
7 Magnificent River Cruises Across the Globe (including 3 in France!)
Traveling along rivers can be one of the most calming, beautiful, and rewarding experiences. Taking a river cruise is an especially enjoyable way to explore the world while ... Read more!
Lake Geneva: Top 10 Must-Visit Sites
In another article, I described Lake Annecy and its treasures. Now it's time to explore the neighbouring Franco-Swiss lake, which is much more significant: Lake Geneva. After compellingly ... Read more!
Renting a car in Barcelona to Perpignan: The Road Trip
There are memorable trips to be made in France. Some are in "la France profonde" (deep France), others in the country's farthest reaches. Under a radiant sun, let's ... Read more!
Is Saint Patrick’s Day in France A Celebration?
Saint Patrick’s Day marks the feast day of the Irish national hero, St Patrick, also the patron saint of Ireland. In France, concerts of Celtic music highlight la fête ... Read more!
Hans Trapp, the terror of the children of Alsace
Hans Trapp is the terror of Alsatian nightlife. Riding his black horse, he roams the northern Alsatian countryside with a bang. On the eve of St Nicholas’ Day, ... Read more!
Monaco by Night: What to See and Do
Picture this… The sun finally sets over the Principality of Monaco. The lighthouses in the port light up as the boats return from their cruises on the Mediterranean. ... Read more!
