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European Christmas Markets

Christmas waves a magic wand over this world, and behold, everything is softer and more beautiful.

– Norman Vincent Peale

Prague is magical at any time of year, but it's especially magical at Christmas. Here's what you need to know about the Prague Christmas markets!

Christmas markets are one of the most magical things to experience in Europe. Whether small town gatherings or major events, these are not to be missed!

Prague Christmas Market Guide

Prague, Czechia

 		Everything you need to know to plan your time at the Salzburg Christmas markets!

Salzburg, Austria

 		Everything you need to know to plan your time at the Cologne Christmas markets in Germany!

Cologne, Germany
Everything you need to know about Strasbourg Christmas markets

Strasbourg, France

 		Everything you need to know about Colmar Christmas markets

Colmar, France

 		PEverything you need to know about Munich Christmas markets

Munich, Germany
Small town Italian Christmas markets in Sacile, Italy!

Sacile, Italy

 		Everything you need to know about the Budapest Christmas markets

Budapest, Hungary

 		Everything you need to know about Heidelberg Christmas markets

Heidelberg, Germany
Everything you need to know about Berlin Christmas markets

Berlin, Germany

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Lake Como in the off season is so worth it!! Pic Lake Como in the off season is so worth it!! Picture it: all the gorgeous mountains, trees, and buildings lining the lake, without the crowds or heat. My guide to Lake Como in a day without renting car is on the blog this week - grab it for the best of Lake Como without the crowds! . . . . . . #theitalianway #destination_italy #americaninItaly #dametraveleritaly #italytraveltips #bestitaliansites #howitalyfeels #map_of_italy #italyviews #italianvillages #lakecomoitaly #lakecomoexperience #lakecomolife #travelettes#womenwhotravelsolo #femalesolotraveler #roamingwomen #girlvsglobe #travelinladies #explorerbabes #roamingwomen #wanderwomengirlsdreamtravel #girlaroundtheworld #letsbeadventurous #worldplace #worldtravelpic #traveldaily #globaltrotter #travelaround #discovertheglobe #teaspoontravels
September is adult summer!! My aunt introduced m September is adult summer!! My aunt introduced me to the phrase, and now I’m obsessed with it!! While everyone else is fighting over summer vs fall, I think September’s the perfect time to grab the best of both. . . . . . . . #femalesolotraveler #roamingwomen #girlvsglobe #travelinladies #explorerbabes #roamingwomen #wanderwomengirlsdreamtravel #girlaroundtheworld #prettylittleitaly #instagrammersit #dreamingofItaly #pocket_italy #beautifulItaly #teaspoonofItaly#livingItaly #loves_united_italy #discovertheglobe #neverstoptraveling #wanderaround #iamatraveller #thewanderingtourist #traveltoexplore
Riding a catamaran in Sardinia… And it was AMAZ Riding a catamaran in Sardinia… And it was AMAZING! If you visit Sardinia (Sardegna in Italian), a day in the La Maddalena archipelago is a must! It’s everything you dream of in a beach day: pristine beaches, quiet coves, and truly stunning water. We spent the day on a catamaran with @sorayacharter and it was glorious. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a company to take you exploring! PS if you’re not into getting splashed, there were plenty of seats without wetness! . . . . . . . . . #lifeoftravel #budgettraveller #travelzoo #travelette #travelmoment #staywander #seekadventure #packyourbags #likealocal#expediapic #afarmedia #huffposttravel #letsbeadventurous #worldtravelpic #traveldaily #globaltrotter #teaspoonofItaly #sardegnamare #sardegnalive #sardegnapics #sardegnafood #sardinia_super_pics #sardiniapics #sardiniamylove #sardiniapics #sardiniaforyou #sardiniaofficial #lamaddalena #lamaddalenaisland #lamaddalenaarchipelago
How I feel when someone asks me “where are you h How I feel when someone asks me “where are you heading next??” Honesty moment: I wake up thinking about this!! Currently: in Sardegna, enjoying the sea and sand and seafood! Next: surfing @skyscanner for fall trips! After a hectic fall, I don’t have any major flights booked next. But you better believe I’m hunting for deals! . . . . . . . . #lifeoftravel #budgettraveller #travelzoo #travelette #travelmoment #staywander #seekadventure #packyourbags #thisplacematters #likealocal#expediapic #afarmedia #huffposttravel #tripadvisorpic #thatchtravel #letsbeadventurous #worldplace #worldtravelpic #traveldaily #globaltrotter #travelaround #teaspoonofItaly
POV eating your way through Bologna…. Did you POV eating your way through Bologna…. Did you really go to Bologna if you didn’t eat all the classic dishes! Tortellini, mortadella, lasagna, bolognese, torta di riso, balanzoni… the list goes on!! A visit to Bologna is best spent eating! Make sure to check out my foodie’s guide to Bologna - I’m adding new spots this week, after 4 days eating my way through here! . . . . . . . . #emiliaromagna_cartoline #emiliaromagnafood #visitemiliaromagna #igersemiliaromagna #volgoemiliaromagna #inemiliaromagna #thatchtravel #turismoitalia #italy_vacation #italiait #italia_landscapes #visitItaly🇮🇹 #italytourism #lifeinItaly #travelerinItaly #labellavita #teaspoonofItaly #loves_italy #amoitalia #italy365 #italygirl #viaggioinItalia #pocket_italy #theitalianway #italyforever #livinginItaly #teaspoonofItaly
One of the absolute best things about traveling in One of the absolute best things about traveling in Italy is there’s always another local dish to try! I’ve visited Bologna three times and the region at least six, and I still found a new traditional dish on the menu I wanted to try! Today’s pasta: la gramigna paglia e fieno, aka straw and hay pasta! I’ve seen it on menus for years but never managed to order it. It’s thicker than macaroni, curls up, and comes in two colors (hence the straw and hay name). Often it’s served with a sausage and cream sauce, and it’s so good you’ll want to lick the plate!! Have you tried gramigna before?? . . . . . . . #emiliaromagna_cartoline #emiliaromagnafood #visitemiliaromagna #igersemiliaromagna #volgoemiliaromagna #inemiliaromagna #thatchtravel #turismoitalia #italy_vacation #italiait #italia_landscapes #visitItaly🇮🇹 #italytourism #lifeinItaly #travelerinItaly #labellavita #teaspoonofItaly #loves_italy #amoitalia #italy365 #italygirl #viaggioinItalia #pocket_italy #theitalianway #italyforever #livinginItaly #teaspoonofItaly #bolognawelcome #bolognafood #visitbologna
Hosting: yet another situation that merits gelato Hosting: yet another situation that merits gelato Every Single Day. But really: are you team match your flavors or team pick my two favorites no matter if they’re weird together? Love, caramello saltato e menta & cioccolato (salted caramel and mint & chocolate) . . . . . . #lifeinitaly #aviano #avianoairbase #italianlife #italianlifestyle #livinginItaly #expatsinItaly #likealocal #teaspoonofItaly #expatliving #expatlifestyle #expats #americansinitaly #expatwomen #friuliveneziagiulia #instafriuli #instafriuliveneziagiulia #volgofriuliveneziagiulia #yallersfriuliveneziagiulia #igpic_friuliveneziagiulia #FVGlive #FVGphoto #friuli #volgofriuli #friuli_in_grande #igersFVG #turismoFVG #regioneFVG #loveFVG
Zakynthos is the Greek island you didn't know you Zakynthos is the Greek island you didn't know you needed! *Swipe to see just how stunning the water is. Honestly, it’s unreal. It has everything you want in an island: great food, beautiful hotels, and gorgeous scenery. I’ve got a full guide to a long weekend in Zakynthos on @thatch.travel complete with restaurants, hotels, transportation tips, and the parts of the island worth checking out! . . . . . #thatchtravel #travelcreative #teaspoonofGreece #greekislands🇬🇷 #greekvacation #Zakynthosisland #Zakynthosgreece #zanteofficial #zantetown #Zakynthos_island #greecetravel #greecelover #greecetrip #greekpost #greekbeaches
Found my next car...⁣. . . . . . #teaspoonofItal Found my next car...⁣. . . . . . #teaspoonofItaly#livingItaly #loves_united_italy #theitalianway #destination_italy #americaninItaly #dametraveleritaly #italytraveltips #bestitaliansites #howitalyfeels #map_of_italy #italyviews #italianvillages #lifeinItaly #aviano #avianoairbase #italianlife #italianlifestyle #livinginItaly #expatsinItaly #likealocal #teaspoonofItaly #expatliving #expatlifestyle #expats #americansinitaly #expatwomen
Y’all, Malta was the trip that nearly wasn’t. Y’all, Malta was the trip that nearly wasn’t. I bought tickets to come to Malta FOUR TIMES. Between the pandemic and our dog passing, we’ve bought tickets and researched restaurants and even started packing. Malta was beautiful and delicious and fun in its own right - one of our favorites! But it was all the sweeter to finally make it there after 3 years. . . . . . . #maltagram #altatoday #maltalife #maltatravel #visitmalta #letsbeadventurous #worldplace #worldtravelpic #traveldaily #globaltrotter #travelaround #discovertheglobe #teaspoonofMalta #girlsaroundtheworld
Exploring Malta by boat is the single best way to Exploring Malta by boat is the single best way to see the best parts!! Seriously, get yourself a boat trip. Malta is a popular destination for scuba diving, but even if that’s not your thing you can enjoy the water! We did a catamaran day trip and saw a bunch of gorgeous beaches, a great lunch onboard, and still had plenty of space to stretch out! A few tips for your boat trip: - Arrive EARLY. If they say the boat leaves at 9:30, got at 8:30-8:45 for first pick of space. The boat wasn’t overcrowded but the people who arrived last didn’t have the best options! - BYO water! They have it for sale onboard along with drinks and snacks, but it seems silly to pay more for theirs. - Chacos, Tevas or some kind of strapped-on sandals are a must! The shorelines are rocky and flip flops won’t be enough. . . . . . . #maltagram #altatoday #maltalife #maltatravel #visitmalta #letsbeadventurous #worldplace #worldtravelpic #traveldaily #globaltrotter #travelaround #discovertheglobe #teaspoonofMalta #girlsaroundtheworld
Country #41 in the books! Made it to Malta today Country #41 in the books! Made it to Malta today, and I’m already obsessed. It’s the perfect mix of cool architecture, storied history, pristine water, and amazing food! . . . . . . #maltagram #altatoday #maltalife #maltatravel #visitmalta #letsbeadventurous #worldplace #worldtravelpic #traveldaily #globaltrotter #travelaround #discovertheglobe #teaspoonofMalta #girlsaroundtheworld
My favorite stop on the cruise? Gdansk, Poland! G My favorite stop on the cruise? Gdansk, Poland! Gdansk may not be on your list yet, but it should be! It’s packed with gorgeous homes and ornate building, perfect for wandering! A few things you have to see in Gdansk: - The obvious one is walking down the Royal Way! It’s home to some of the famous sites like the Golden Gate and Neptune’s Tower. But I love the way each building is decorated uniquely. My favorite was the one with the tigers! - Walk along the waterfront of the Motlawaw River. It’s gorgeous, and cross the bridge to get some beautiful views of the main town! - St. Mary’s Church prides itself on being the biggest brick church in the world, but the bell tower is the main reason to go - climb to the top for an amazing view of of the old town! Have you been to Gdansk? I’m already scheming on how to get back! . . . . . . #gdanskoldtown #gdanskcity #gdanskpoland #norwegiancruiseline #norwegiancruise #shewanders #shetravels #travelcreatives #travelette
First day back from a trip mostly means the usual First day back from a trip mostly means the usual rounds of groceries, laundry, prepping for the week, and trying to remember where I put my laptop charger before I left. (And if you’re in Italy, trying to get your rinkydink A/C to cool down your apartment back down.) . . . . . . #balticsea #teaspoonofGermany #norwegiancruiseline #exploremore #meanderingMyricks #travelingcouples #travelcouplelife #expediapic #discovertheglobe #neverstoptraveling #wanderaround #iamatraveller #thewanderingtourist #traveltoexplore
Finally stuck my feet in the Baltic Sea! In spit Finally stuck my feet in the Baltic Sea! In spite of being on the Baltic Sea for more than a week, I only got in yesterday. I always want to at least step into water, no matter how cold! The verdict? Cold, but not as cold as our Italian alpine lakes! Are you the type who always wants to get in the water? . . . . . . #balticsea #teaspoonofGermany #norwegiancruiseline #exploremore #meanderingMyricks #travelingcouples #travelcouplelife #expediapic #discovertheglobe #neverstoptraveling #wanderaround #iamatraveller #thewanderingtourist #traveltoexplore
This was one of my top picks to visit this trip: This was one of my top picks to visit this trip: Riga, Lativa! It’s a walkable city with a cool old town, beautiful beautiful buildings, a signature spirit, and a multilayered history! Highly recommend it as an underrated European destination. . . . . . . . #rigalatvia #rigaoldtown #rigacity #riga🇱🇻 #teaspoonofLatvia #chooseadventure #livefortravel #livetravelexplore #champagneworldwide #teaspoonexplores #nowdiscovering #livetravelexplore #norwegiancruiseline #norwegiancruise
Where in the world can you find the best sunsets? Where in the world can you find the best sunsets? On the water! Seriously, of the top ten sunsets I’ve ever seen, eight have been over water. Even if you can’t jump on a boat, watching the sun set from the beach is just the best! Where’s you’re favorite sunset spot? . . . . . . #sunsettraveler #norwegiancruiseline #norwegiancruise #scandanavia #seemoresunsets
Tallinn is the cute city you didn’t know you nee Tallinn is the cute city you didn’t know you needed to see! It has a great historic area, beautiful overlooks, and so much charm. I loved wandering around - it’s one of those perfect cities for wandering, even without a plan. Save this post for ideas for a future trip! But if you’re like me and want a smidge of plan, here are a few spots to see: - there are a few viewpoints overlooking the city, but my favorite was Kohtuotsa. - The guild houses on Pikk jalg are some of the best! - If you want a museum, check out the Bastion Tunnels (Kiek in de Kök) - it takes you in underground tunnels and around the city walls! - Or try the KGB museum for a bit more recent history. - House of the Blackheads is a small spot, but a gorgeous historic door/building. - Eat at Rae Meierei! Local food with a great feel. Want more? Follow along as I share plenty of the Baltics and Scandinavia this month! . . . . . . #lifeoftravel #budgettraveller #travelzoo #travelette #travelmoment #staywander #seekadventure #packyourbags #thisplacematters #likealocal#expediapic #afarmedia #huffposttravel #tripadvisorpic #thatchtravel #letsbeadventurous #worldplace #worldtravelpic #traveldaily #globaltrotter #travelaround #discovertheglobe #teaspoontravels #teaspoonofEstonia
The funniest difference between a Scandinavian cru The funniest difference between a Scandinavian cruise and a Caribbean cruise? Half the people are in swimsuits. The other half is in coats! The weather in the afternoons has been 70’s and sunny every day, so I’m posting up by the pool and soaking up the sun! But so many others are in sweatshirts. I’m constantly laughing about the clothing discrepancy. Admittedly, no one’s choosing the Nordics as a beach destination, but it’s pretty great getting the best of both worlds this week! . . . . . #norwegiancruiseline #teaspoonofsweden #visitvisby #unlimitedscandinavia
Soaking in these quiet views… Soaking in these quiet views…
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