Austria, Destinations, Europe, Germany

Sleigh Bells Ring in Europe

Catherine Sweeney
December 20, 2012
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Sleigh Bells Ring in Europe

I’m addicted to European Christmas markets! In Germany and Austria, they’re called Weihnachtsmarkts and Christkindlmarkts depending on where you are. Each market has distinct aspects and settings that highlight its individuality, but there are many similarities — festive lights, hand-made arts and crafts, food, drink, and entertainment. I love sipping Glühwein and eating bratwurst sandwiches while browsing the arts and crafts stalls and talking to the artisans amid old European settings.

Destinations, Europe, Germany, Italy, Scotland

Autumn Abroad: Best Fall Destinations in Europe

Catherine Sweeney
August 27, 2012
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North American leaf-peepers know the destinations well: Ontario, Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine suffer serious traffic as the hills come alive with fiery colours and crisp, cool air. It can be nearly impossible to see the forest for the tourists that time of year, but that doesn’t mean you have to abandon your quest for sizzling autumn colour. Europe’s forests put on a great show as well