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15 Mistakes to Avoid at European Christmas Markets
If you’re planning a trip to Europe this winter, visiting Christmas markets is probably at the top of your itinerary. As a foreigner living in Austria, I’ve picked up quite a few Christmas market tips to make the experience as special as it can be. Here is my ultimate guide to 15 mistakes to avoid making at European Christmas markets. 1. Taking the mugs home When you buy mulled wine or punch from a Christmas market stall, a deposit for the mug is included in the price. When you return the mug, you get your money back. Because many of the mugs are beautiful and usually have the name of…
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Exploring the Magic: The 6 Best Christmas Markets in Vienna
It’s the most wonderful time of the year – time for Christmas markets! Glühwein, roasted chestnuts, Kartoffelpuffer… just the thoughts of it make my mouth water. This is possibly my favourite part of moving to Austria, because Christmas arguably a bigger deal here than anywhere else in the world. And the Christmas markets in Vienna are some of the best in the world. Even before you get your winter coat out, you’ll see it all around – every shop starts selling its Christmas-themed goodies, from hundreds of Christmas ornaments organised by colour, to Christmas lights being hung up in every city. And then comes mid-November, and the first Christmas market…
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The Best Christmas Markets in Europe
It’s the most wonderful time of the year – it’s time for Christmas (markets – at least in Europe)! As a foreigner living in Europe, December is definitely my favourite month of the year. The twinkling lights, the smell of roasted chestnuts and spices in the air, the lively atmosphere – there’s just nothing else quite like it. If you’re planning to visit Europe during winter, experiencing the magic of a Christmas market is a must. This guide will show you the 15 European cities that you should add to your itinerary. 1. Vienna, Austria Vienna is one of the best places to visit Christmas markets in Europe. On top…
