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Christmas markets in Europe - are beautiful, but a

Christmas markets in Europe - are beautiful, but are so overcrowded that the whole experience can be rather disappointing! Below are my tips for what to do to still enjoy the Christmas magic against the crowds!🎄✨

1. Avoid weekends at all costs
2. Get up early around 7.30 to enjoy all the decorations without the crowds. Then you can even capture the empty streets
3. Avoid 4-7 pm at any cost
4. Visit smaller markets (like Kaysersberg, Riquewihr)
5. Ideally visit in November or first week of December and avoid the days directly before Christmas
6. Never try to park directly next to the markets, better park outside the town and take means of public transport
7. Ideally stay outside of the central parts of towns, if you don’t want tourists at your doorstep

I absolutely love the Christmas markets and go every year but you have to be smart how you do it, otherwise you will never want to come back!🎅🏻🎁✨

Have you heard of Colmar - the town which inspired

Have you heard of Colmar - the town which inspired the Beauty and the Beast?

CHRISTMAS GUIDE TO STRASBOURG 🎄🎅🏻🎁 LO

CHRISTMAS GUIDE TO STRASBOURG 🎄🎅🏻🎁

LOGISTICS

This year the Market will open on November 27th and it will close on December 27th and will be open every day from 11.30 until 9 pm

CHRISTMAS MARKETS

In total, there are eleven (!!!) Christmas markets spread out across the Old Town of Strasbourg. Make sure to cover at least these ones:

Place de la Cathédrale – If you want to start with the oldest Christmas market in France (originating in XVI century), then head to Place de la Cathédrale. It really is a pure joy! All the decorations, market stands, lights, and smells are worth traveling the world for! I promise!

The Christkindelsmärik on Place Broglie – If you feel like going back in time, visit this historic market as it is the oldest part of the Christmas Market! One not to miss!

Place Saint-Thomas – If you feel like a small Christmas market then head to Place Saint-Thomas. Here you can enjoy some fine alsatian cuisine under the trees covered in lights.

Place des Meuniers – Head here if you feel like tasting some food from small local producers from all over Alsace. It has a bit more of a local feel than the other markets.

WHAT TO EAT

Tarte Flambée – The easiest way to describe it is to imagine it as the alsacian version of pizza. It is thinner than the usual pizza you know (almost paper-thin) and covered in creme fraiche, cheese, bacon, and onions. A must!

Vin Chaud – is your so-called Mulled Wine. It will be served in a festive mug, it will be warm and flavoured with cinnamon, cloves, and orange zest. It really is the perfect drink to keep you warm while wandering and exploring the Christmas Market.

Bûche de Noël (Yule Log Cake): This French Christmas dessert goes back to the 19th century! It’s a rather sweet chocolate sponge cake filled with mascarpone cream. Who would say no to that?!

Final Tip: If you are already travelling to Strasbourg around Christmas it really would be a pity not to explore other Alsatian towns. So plan a litte road trip from here, it is very easy to visit other Christmas Markets by train in Obernai, Sélestat, and Colmar.

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10 Things to Avoid at Christmas Market 🎄 🎅🏻 🎁

European Christmas markets are something out of a fairytale, but if you dont plan your trip well, it can end up being very disappointing. Here are my Top 10 things to avoid:

1. Don’tt come on the weekend - if you do it will be so overcrowded that you will not be able to enjoy it
2. Don’t book your accommodation last minute, because whats left will either be overpriced or completely out of town
3. Dont come only with your credit card - majority of stalls only accept cash
4. Dont skip smaller markets - those are often more authentic and have less crowds
5. Dont assume that the markets take place during Christmas - this is very misleading but majority of Christmas markets actually close before 24 December
6. Dont assume that all markets take place both on the weekends and during the week
7. Dont think that you will get a spot in the best restaurants if you havent booked them weeks or even months in advance (the earlier you book the better)
8. Dont just visit the markets, if you have already made your way to for example Strasbourg, visit also the major non-Christmas sights
9. Dont fall for tourist traps and but tourist souvenirs, target more artisan stalls and merchants
10. Dont visit the markets between 6-8 - its the most crowded time. My absolute favourote is when they open and there are hardly any tourists around

🎄Last tip - Absolutely avoid parking in the center, you are better off parking in the outskirts and for example taking a tram or a taxi. This will avoid you lots of stress!

Postcards from our luxurious experience on board

Postcards from our luxurious experience on board MSC Yacht Club. From having a butler, to enjoying breakfast with breathtaking ocean views in our suite, we have been spoilt like never before! @msccruisesofficial - you have set the standards of what cruising is all about! 🚢 💃 💦 🥂

#mscyachtclub #msc

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Spend a day with me on board MSC Yacht Club: ✨S

Spend a day with me on board MSC Yacht Club:

✨Start your day with an in-suite breakfast served by your butler, and pretty jaw-dropping views
✨MSC Yacht Club is a ‘ship within a ship’ & has some exclusive venues. Our favourite was the private sundeck & pool where we spent a good chunk of our time. We were also so lucky with the weather!
✨We loved fine dining at the MSC Yacht Club’s restaurant
✨As a part of our experience, we got to explore the whole ship, not just our dedicated area. Our favourites were the gaming arcade and the famous swarovski stairs
✨There is so much to do and explore as part of the MSC Yacht Club that you will find it challenging to leave the cruise, but we had to visit our favourite Portofino. The MSC Yacht Club organises shore excursions for small groups with knowledgeable guides to maximise your time in each destination and provide a memorable experience.
✨We finished every day enjoying the sunset, and those were phenomenal

@msccruisesofficial #msc #mscyachtclub #msccruises

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Set in the luxurious MSC Yacht Club Afternoon Tea

Set in the luxurious MSC Yacht Club Afternoon Tea of @msccruisesofficial is probably the most spectacular one I have ever experienced. Imagine the aroma of exquisite teas from around the world, delicious pastries, panoramic sea views to match and top notch service. That’s definitely my cup of tea!

#mscyachtclub #msccruises #msc

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Let me introduce you to MSC Yacht Club - a luxurio

Let me introduce you to MSC Yacht Club - a luxurious cruise experience like no other! We knew that cruises were a great way to travel but @msccruisesofficial has brought this to a new level! Let me tell you this - when MSC says ‘you will experience luxury and elegance of unparalleled level’ - they really mean it! We spent a week enjoying the incredible benefits and can’t wait to show you all we have experienced!

#msc #msccruises #mscyachtclub

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12 Best Spots in Edinburgh, Scotland for Autumn 🍂 & Winter ❄️ - Save for your next trip ✨

This is your sign to visit Switzerland in winter ❄️

The true meaning of life is this - being able to h

The true meaning of life is this - being able to hold your child in your arms, carefree, without the need to be somewhere else ✨

We have just ended one of the most incredible holidays we have ever had as a family. Two weeks spent at @villamouspetses which has become our home away from home. Thank you for those magical moments on the island and sharing our home with us. I honestly couldn’t recommend this place more - if you need a place to slow down , disconnect and refocus on what’s important @villamouspetses if your place ✨

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Best Christmas Markets in France 🇫🇷 + Dates

Best Christmas Markets in France 🇫🇷 + Dates 🎄 🎅🏻 🎁

STRASBOURG - 27.11-27.12
COLMAR - 26.11-29.12
OBERNAI - 29.11-31.12
KAYSERSBERG 29.11-22.12
RIQUEWIHR 29.11-22.12

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The person who sent you this wants to stay in a sn

The person who sent you this wants to stay in a snowy cottage with you, sit by the fire and drink hot chocolate ❄️ ⛄️ 🍫

Team summer or winter? Location @naturhotelforsth

Team summer or winter?

Location @naturhotelforsthofgut

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Flew over 11.000 km to Lima to experience somethin

Flew over 11.000 km to Lima to experience something extraordinary. Here with @sanpellegrino_official for the Première of Prime Video documentary Afuera hay más - A young Chef’s journey.

This documentary tells the journey of a young Chef - Nelson Freitas who is the winner of 2023 edition of S.Pellegrino Young Chef Award. We had the chance to take part in the documentary launch event as well as meet the protagonist behind the success of Nelson - including his mentors.

We were taken to the local market to understand how Nelson learned from Martinez and Pia a lot about Peru not only by staying in the kitchen with the chef, but also through exploring the country and getting to know Virgilio’s suppliers.

Lastly - the cherry on the top was visiting Kjolle - Pía León restaurant where pursues a research on Peruvian ingredients and techniques, which inspired Nelson in his journey portrayed in the documentary.

The documentary produced by @sanpellegrino_official is now available on @primevideo

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September in Greece at @eloundapeninsula & @elound

September in Greece at @eloundapeninsula & @eloundamare

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Beauty in ever corner ✨Location @eloundapeninsul

Beauty in ever corner ✨Location @eloundapeninsula - Restaurant Il Borro✨

We just spent a week here with our 3 kids and can definitely recommend it to those seeking to pre long summer! We have had 28C everyday!

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7 spots you can’t miss in Seville + Insider Tips

7 spots you can’t miss in Seville + Insider Tips - with @radissoncollectionseville

PLAZA DE ESPANA - Visit at 7 am and you will have the place pretty much to yourself!
REAL ALCAZAR - The tickets gets you a 30 minutes slot - be aware of that!
PALACIO DE LA DUENAS - Make sure not to miss the water colours of Jacky Kennedy!
LAS SETAS - Visit before the sunset to see the lights change, it will make your jaw drop!
CASA DE PILATOS - Make sure you don’t miss the Grand Starecase - it’s stunning!
CATEDRAL DE SEVILLE - Prebook your ticket online so you don’t waste time queuing. Also seeing the Tomb of Christopher Columbus is a must!
BARRIO SANTA CRUZ - Great place to experience Flamenco at its best - try La Casa Del Flamenco

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