Brits travelling abroad to visit some of Europe’s most beautiful Christmas markets have been urged to “stay aware” amid a safety warning from the Foreign Office. According to the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), there is a “high threat” to UK tourists in both Belgium and Germany. This is due to the likelihood of … Read more
For those keen on a whimsical winter break, jetting off beyond British borders may just hit the festive spot. Tucked away in the charming heart of Bavaria lies the enchanting city of Nuremberg, famed for being the birthplace of Christmas Lebkuchen. This traditional German gingerbread is synonymous with the festive period and Nuremberg’s illustrious Christmas … Read more
If you’re bored of Christmas markets in the UK, there’s one European city which truly puts the UK to shame (Image: Getty) The festive period is officially upon us, whether we like it or not, but year after year I find myself disappointed with the Christmas markets which pop up in every city and town … Read more
Inverness has been crowned the UK’s “most festive” city for 2024. Research conducted by GO Outdoors pinpointed which UK destinations truly capture the essence of Christmas based on various criteria, including snowfall frequency, Christmas market duration and the number of pubs. Topping the table, Inverness boasts a vast array of traditional pubs serving classic food … Read more
Forget the city of lights, this Christmas Brits are opting for the city of fairy lights – with an amazing festive trip on offer in a different part of France. Instead of hopping to Paris, Christmas mad tourists are heading for Strasbourg to enjoy its increasingly popular Christmas markets. Strasbourg is home to the oldest … Read more
Those looking to make a late festive getaway could do a lot worse than visiting this charming European city with an “amazing” Christmas market and streets which look like they are from a fairytale. Bruges in Belgium’s Flanders region looks like the scene of a Christmas card with its gingerbread house-style buildings and pretty cobbled … Read more
One of Poland’s main cities has been tipped as a good value destination thanks to its budget-friendly offerings, including a great Christmas market. Krakow was ranked 9th in the 2023 Post Office Travel Money Christmas Markets Barometer and for a good reason. According to the Mirror, low-cost flights and reasonably priced accommodation in Krakow will … Read more
