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]]>Exeter is a pretty city in the south west of the UK, and offers its fair share of old fashioned timber houses. It also boasts a stunning 11th century cathedral, and it’s in the grounds of this cathedral that the traditional Christmas market takes place even year. With covered areas for eating and drinking, plenty of stalls offering hot mulled cider and wine, and some stunning Christmas lights to enjoy, this market is one to visit if you’re in the south west of the UK.
Harrogate is a stunning town set in the Yorkshire hills, an ideal location for a traditional Christmas market. With stalls offering everything from handmade fudge, to bespoke carved garden decorations, to Viking style drinking horns, you’re sure to pick up a gift or two for friends and family members here. Don’t miss the market bar, where you can sample traditional drinks including mead and cider, as well as more modern classics such as gin and tonics and spiced rum.
Canterbury is famous for its stunning cathedral (which has revered literary connections thanks to Chaucer’s famous tales), but its Christmas market is also worth exploring. With a wide array of hot food stands, you can warm up with fresh tartiflette, authentic German sausages and succulent game burgers. There are also some beautiful handmade gifts, including silver jewellery stands, ceramics and glassware.
Christmas markets are a fun way to get into the festive spirit, so make the most of them and check one of these gems out!
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]]>Budapest’s most famous Christmas market features a unique blend of local tradition and festive charm. With dozens of stalls featuring handmade crafts, cuisine, and a children’s theater, there’s something for visitors of all ages to enjoy. Those looking to learn more about the market and surrounding area can also sign up for guided tours—with stops for mulled wine and cake, of course.
Every December, a dusting of snow and a few decorations transform the heart of Tallinn’s medieval Old Town into a winter wonderland. Estonians take Christmas very seriously and are often credited as one of the first groups of people to bring the tradition of displaying trees for the holiday to Europe. In addition to several Christmas trees, the Tallinn market also features crafts, local cuisine, and even a merry-go-round.
Warsaw is home to several holiday markets, with the annual Old Town market being the largest and most famous. The city’s historic center is a sight to see decorated with lights and an 80-foot Christmas tree, which add an air of celebration to the otherwise quaint and cozy area. Stay warm with a hot cup of spiced wine as you shop for Polish crafts, or grab your skates and hit the rink outside the Palace of Culture.
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]]>Every year, the city of Savannah, Georgia hosts this European-style market in its Plant Riverside district. The market always launches with a traditional tree lighting ceremony, where you’ll have the chance to enjoy musical performances, eat festive foods, and take photos with Santa Claus.
Located in Pennsylvania’s largest city, the Christmas Village is expertly modeled like an authentic German Christmas market. With over 100 vendors, this market runs from mid-November until Christmas Eve.
In the heart of Denver’s Civic Center Park, you’ll be able to experience an assortment of arts, crafts, and authentic European cuisine. From glühwein and Bavarian-style beer to soft pretzels and knödel, there’s something for everyone at the Denver Christkindlmarket.
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]]>When doing your shopping, you should always weigh all your options to save some money, and this rule applies to Christmas markets. Looking around is half of the fun, and you should use this time to figure out what you want to buy and look for the best and most affordable offer.
You’ll end up spending a fortune at a Christmas market if you don’t have a budget in mind. Most things being sold here are pretty cheap, but the expenses will pile up as you continue shopping. You’ll also end up being swept up by holiday spirit and end up making a lot of impulse purchases if you don’t set a limit.
Speaking of limits you should set at a Christmas market, going overboard with food also isn’t the best idea. You don’t have to buy every festive treat and drink in sight, so focus on trying the ones that you’ve never tasted before and can’t actually buy anywhere else.
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]]>Probably the closest thing to an authentic German Christmas market in the U.S., this Christmas Village located at Love Park and City Hall, runs from Thanksgiving to Christmas Eve. There are over 60 vendors in timber booths selling every Christmas-related item you could possibly need and there’s even a Christmassy carousel.
This market is celebrating its 20th anniversary and this year from November 20 through December 23 and it’s being held in Civic Center Park, an open-air location to help maintain social distancing. Sip on Bavarian-style beers and European coffee and hot chocolate while listening to live polka and bluegrass. Some of the many food options include Bavarian-style pretzels, knödel, goulash, Nürnberger sausages, and fresh smoked salmon.
In the nation’s capital, from November 20 to December 23, visit the Downtown Holiday Market located at 8th and F Streets NW. The market is open-air and socially distanced and with 75 artisans, crafters, and boutiques, you’ll be sure to check holiday gifts off your list. There’s even seasonal nightly entertainment.
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]]>There’s no one clear answer regarding the cancelation of this year’s Christmas markets. Some of them are already canceled (Berlin, Liverpool, Budapest), others are expected to proceed, but the rules are changing every day and the future of Christmas markets is hanging by a thread.
If you end up booking a trip to a city with a Christmas market this winter, there will be strict safety measures in place. Social distancing rules, hand sanitizer stations, mandatory face coverings, and one one-way system will become the new normal at these festive events.
One of the best parts about Christmas markets is all the tasty street food you get to try, but you should tread lightly when buying it this year. You have to remove your mask in order to eat, and if there’s no socially distanced eating area in place, you should get your food to-go.
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]]>Here are some of the best cities to stroll around and enjoy a cup full of mulled wine.
Austria’s version of mulled wine, known as Glühwein, is exceptionally popular in Vienna during the winter season. This version is made with orange and cinnamon, and it’s perfect for sipping and staying warm as you stroll through the Schönbrunn Palace’s gardens, where the city’s Christmas market is held.
Dresden, located in Eastern Germany, is another great place to try mulled wine. The city’s Striezelmarkt has a handful of stands that sell the Dresden version of the product, containing berries and citrus fruits, to cold visitors.
Svarak is the name of mulled wine in the Czech language, and while you won’t find the same type of Christmas markets as you will in German-speaking countries in Prague, this beverage is a perfect accompaniment for strolling around the city’s charming old town, which can get quite chilly in winter!
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]]>Located on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean in rainy Galicia, this city might be more famous for its stunning beaches and delicious seafood than Christmas. However, in recent years, Vigo has become one of the centers of Christmas spirit in all of Europe.
Every year in late November, the city illuminates over 10,000,000 LED Christmas lights in the city’s streets and squares to ring in the holiday season. This turns Vigo into a “city of lights” that must be seen in order to be believed.
In addition to the stunning number of lights, the city also features a 110-foot tall electronic Christmas tree that displays a variety of interesting light patterns and designs in the Porta do Sol area.
This year, Vigo will also debut a 200-foot tall ferris wheel that will allow visitors to ride up to see the lights from above. In addition, a Christmas market featuring artificial snow cannons and artisanal crafts will help revelers get into the holiday spirit.
So, if you are looking for a unique and stunning Christmas destination, put Vigo, Spain at the top of your list!
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]]>On the last Monday before December 1, dozens of wooden booths pop up in the cathedral’s square. These booths sell all our Christmas favorites, from milled wine to roasted chestnuts. Walking through the square is like stepping into a Christmas fairytale. The flavors of the festive season waft through the air and dozens of lights line the streets.
Highlights of the market include an enormous natural Christmas tree, lit by 50,000 LED lights and red ribbons. There is also a beautiful carousel and live music at the bandstand.
Thousands of visitors flock to the market each year, only the crowds add to the festive atmosphere. If you are heading to Germany this winter in search of the magical nostalgic feeling of Christmas, you need not look further than Am Dom Markt.
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]]>Although Stollen is originally a German Christmas treat, it is very popular among Austrians, as well. This fruit bread of nuts, spices, dried or candied fruit, and marzipan, coated with powdered sugar is a must-try Christmas specialty. Stollen is sliced and is usually served with butter, honey, or jam.
Austrian fruit bread aka Kletzenbrot is a dense fruit-based dark bread. Fruit commonly used for making this Austrian treat includes dried pears, figs, dates, and raisins. Back in the days, Kletzenbrot was the part of the autumn gifts that children received for St. Nicholas Day which is celebrated on the 6th, December.
Oh, who doesn’t love the smell of roasted chestnuts? Slightly salted and served in a paper cone, Maroni is an unavoidably Christmas market food. Same goes for the mouthwatering Bratkartoffeln aka roasted potato wedges.
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]]>Exeter is a pretty city in the south west of the UK, and offers its fair share of old fashioned timber houses. It also boasts a stunning 11th century cathedral, and it’s in the grounds of this cathedral that the traditional Christmas market takes place even year. With covered areas for eating and drinking, plenty of stalls offering hot mulled cider and wine, and some stunning Christmas lights to enjoy, this market is one to visit if you’re in the south west of the UK.
Harrogate is a stunning town set in the Yorkshire hills, an ideal location for a traditional Christmas market. With stalls offering everything from handmade fudge, to bespoke carved garden decorations, to Viking style drinking horns, you’re sure to pick up a gift or two for friends and family members here. Don’t miss the market bar, where you can sample traditional drinks including mead and cider, as well as more modern classics such as gin and tonics and spiced rum.
Canterbury is famous for its stunning cathedral (which has revered literary connections thanks to Chaucer’s famous tales), but its Christmas market is also worth exploring. With a wide array of hot food stands, you can warm up with fresh tartiflette, authentic German sausages and succulent game burgers. There are also some beautiful handmade gifts, including silver jewellery stands, ceramics and glassware.
Christmas markets are a fun way to get into the festive spirit, so make the most of them and check one of these gems out!
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]]>Budapest’s most famous Christmas market features a unique blend of local tradition and festive charm. With dozens of stalls featuring handmade crafts, cuisine, and a children’s theater, there’s something for visitors of all ages to enjoy. Those looking to learn more about the market and surrounding area can also sign up for guided tours—with stops for mulled wine and cake, of course.
Every December, a dusting of snow and a few decorations transform the heart of Tallinn’s medieval Old Town into a winter wonderland. Estonians take Christmas very seriously and are often credited as one of the first groups of people to bring the tradition of displaying trees for the holiday to Europe. In addition to several Christmas trees, the Tallinn market also features crafts, local cuisine, and even a merry-go-round.
Warsaw is home to several holiday markets, with the annual Old Town market being the largest and most famous. The city’s historic center is a sight to see decorated with lights and an 80-foot Christmas tree, which add an air of celebration to the otherwise quaint and cozy area. Stay warm with a hot cup of spiced wine as you shop for Polish crafts, or grab your skates and hit the rink outside the Palace of Culture.
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]]>Every year, the city of Savannah, Georgia hosts this European-style market in its Plant Riverside district. The market always launches with a traditional tree lighting ceremony, where you’ll have the chance to enjoy musical performances, eat festive foods, and take photos with Santa Claus.
Located in Pennsylvania’s largest city, the Christmas Village is expertly modeled like an authentic German Christmas market. With over 100 vendors, this market runs from mid-November until Christmas Eve.
In the heart of Denver’s Civic Center Park, you’ll be able to experience an assortment of arts, crafts, and authentic European cuisine. From glühwein and Bavarian-style beer to soft pretzels and knödel, there’s something for everyone at the Denver Christkindlmarket.
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]]>The post Top 3 Money-Saving Tips for Your Next Christmas Market Visit appeared first on Traveler Master.
]]>When doing your shopping, you should always weigh all your options to save some money, and this rule applies to Christmas markets. Looking around is half of the fun, and you should use this time to figure out what you want to buy and look for the best and most affordable offer.
You’ll end up spending a fortune at a Christmas market if you don’t have a budget in mind. Most things being sold here are pretty cheap, but the expenses will pile up as you continue shopping. You’ll also end up being swept up by holiday spirit and end up making a lot of impulse purchases if you don’t set a limit.
Speaking of limits you should set at a Christmas market, going overboard with food also isn’t the best idea. You don’t have to buy every festive treat and drink in sight, so focus on trying the ones that you’ve never tasted before and can’t actually buy anywhere else.
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]]>The post Experience European-Style Christmas Markets in the U.S. This Year appeared first on Traveler Master.
]]>Probably the closest thing to an authentic German Christmas market in the U.S., this Christmas Village located at Love Park and City Hall, runs from Thanksgiving to Christmas Eve. There are over 60 vendors in timber booths selling every Christmas-related item you could possibly need and there’s even a Christmassy carousel.
This market is celebrating its 20th anniversary and this year from November 20 through December 23 and it’s being held in Civic Center Park, an open-air location to help maintain social distancing. Sip on Bavarian-style beers and European coffee and hot chocolate while listening to live polka and bluegrass. Some of the many food options include Bavarian-style pretzels, knödel, goulash, Nürnberger sausages, and fresh smoked salmon.
In the nation’s capital, from November 20 to December 23, visit the Downtown Holiday Market located at 8th and F Streets NW. The market is open-air and socially distanced and with 75 artisans, crafters, and boutiques, you’ll be sure to check holiday gifts off your list. There’s even seasonal nightly entertainment.
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]]>The post What’s Going on with Christmas Markets This Winter? appeared first on Traveler Master.
]]>There’s no one clear answer regarding the cancelation of this year’s Christmas markets. Some of them are already canceled (Berlin, Liverpool, Budapest), others are expected to proceed, but the rules are changing every day and the future of Christmas markets is hanging by a thread.
If you end up booking a trip to a city with a Christmas market this winter, there will be strict safety measures in place. Social distancing rules, hand sanitizer stations, mandatory face coverings, and one one-way system will become the new normal at these festive events.
One of the best parts about Christmas markets is all the tasty street food you get to try, but you should tread lightly when buying it this year. You have to remove your mask in order to eat, and if there’s no socially distanced eating area in place, you should get your food to-go.
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]]>The post Check Out Central Europe’s Best Cities to Try Mulled Wine! appeared first on Traveler Master.
]]>Here are some of the best cities to stroll around and enjoy a cup full of mulled wine.
Austria’s version of mulled wine, known as Glühwein, is exceptionally popular in Vienna during the winter season. This version is made with orange and cinnamon, and it’s perfect for sipping and staying warm as you stroll through the Schönbrunn Palace’s gardens, where the city’s Christmas market is held.
Dresden, located in Eastern Germany, is another great place to try mulled wine. The city’s Striezelmarkt has a handful of stands that sell the Dresden version of the product, containing berries and citrus fruits, to cold visitors.
Svarak is the name of mulled wine in the Czech language, and while you won’t find the same type of Christmas markets as you will in German-speaking countries in Prague, this beverage is a perfect accompaniment for strolling around the city’s charming old town, which can get quite chilly in winter!
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]]>Located on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean in rainy Galicia, this city might be more famous for its stunning beaches and delicious seafood than Christmas. However, in recent years, Vigo has become one of the centers of Christmas spirit in all of Europe.
Every year in late November, the city illuminates over 10,000,000 LED Christmas lights in the city’s streets and squares to ring in the holiday season. This turns Vigo into a “city of lights” that must be seen in order to be believed.
In addition to the stunning number of lights, the city also features a 110-foot tall electronic Christmas tree that displays a variety of interesting light patterns and designs in the Porta do Sol area.
This year, Vigo will also debut a 200-foot tall ferris wheel that will allow visitors to ride up to see the lights from above. In addition, a Christmas market featuring artificial snow cannons and artisanal crafts will help revelers get into the holiday spirit.
So, if you are looking for a unique and stunning Christmas destination, put Vigo, Spain at the top of your list!
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]]>The post Inside Am Dom Markt, Cologne’s Famous Christmas Market appeared first on Traveler Master.
]]>On the last Monday before December 1, dozens of wooden booths pop up in the cathedral’s square. These booths sell all our Christmas favorites, from milled wine to roasted chestnuts. Walking through the square is like stepping into a Christmas fairytale. The flavors of the festive season waft through the air and dozens of lights line the streets.
Highlights of the market include an enormous natural Christmas tree, lit by 50,000 LED lights and red ribbons. There is also a beautiful carousel and live music at the bandstand.
Thousands of visitors flock to the market each year, only the crowds add to the festive atmosphere. If you are heading to Germany this winter in search of the magical nostalgic feeling of Christmas, you need not look further than Am Dom Markt.
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]]>Although Stollen is originally a German Christmas treat, it is very popular among Austrians, as well. This fruit bread of nuts, spices, dried or candied fruit, and marzipan, coated with powdered sugar is a must-try Christmas specialty. Stollen is sliced and is usually served with butter, honey, or jam.
Austrian fruit bread aka Kletzenbrot is a dense fruit-based dark bread. Fruit commonly used for making this Austrian treat includes dried pears, figs, dates, and raisins. Back in the days, Kletzenbrot was the part of the autumn gifts that children received for St. Nicholas Day which is celebrated on the 6th, December.
Oh, who doesn’t love the smell of roasted chestnuts? Slightly salted and served in a paper cone, Maroni is an unavoidably Christmas market food. Same goes for the mouthwatering Bratkartoffeln aka roasted potato wedges.
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