24 h. ago This European Capital Was Just Crowned the Best Christmas Tour Destination in the World

This European Capital Was Just Crowned the Best Christmas Tour Destination in the World  Travel + Leisure

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4 d. ago Partygoers are pushing for clubs to offer free water: ‘It costs as much as a beer’

New York venues aren’t required to give out water – but nightlife workers say it could make the difference between a safe evening out and an ER visitWhen Brooklyn metal band Contract performs around New York, they expect a mosh pit: thrashing bodies shoving and jumping along to the music. They also want to make sure the amped-up, usually drunk crowd stays hydrated. Without water, a mosher might feel sick, faint or pass out. “You don’t want anyone to get injured or hurt,” frontman Pele Uriel said.Most of the spaces Uriel plays or visits have water stations where customers can easily fill up. But some do not. The worst offenders sell bottles of water at astronomical prices, from $5 to $10. “There have been times when I asked for water, but they charged a lot, so I went to the store next door to buy some,” Uriel said. Continue reading...

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6 d. ago King Charles's Poundbury estate branded 'intolerable' by Grand Designs star Kevin McCloud

WHEN King Charles III first embarked on plans to build an urban extension to the ancient market town of Poundbury, he was determined to 'break the mould of conventional housing development'

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8 d. ago European city just two hours from London with magical Christmas markets and £20 flights

Vienna is a city that is perfect for a long weekend away, and as the nights draw in and the temperature drops, it could be the perfect time to visit the Austrian capital

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1 week ago Beautiful German Christmas market less than 2 hours from UK has £15 flights

When it comes to European Christmas markets, Germany is famous for their annual holiday tradition as streets are transformed into festive winter wonderlands - but there's one that is perhaps one of the country's most famous

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2 w. ago 10 overlooked European Christmas markets with stunning views and cheap drinks

Explore the top 10 lesser-known European Christmas markets where chances of snow are high but the prices of food and drinks are low.

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2 w. ago 10 hidden European Christmas markets with stunning views and cheap mulled wine

A festive index has unveiled the best 'hidden gem' European Christmas markets, spanning Italy, Austria, Germany, France, Slovenia, and Switzerland

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2 w. ago Best Christmas market holidays to book now – from just £99pp inclduing Paris, Tallinn and Bruges

The best Christmas market holidays sell out fast. We’ve rounded up five magical festive trips to book now from just £99pp.

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2 w. ago European Christmas market swaps: 5 hidden gems to visit instead of the tourist traps

As big-name markets become inundated with visitors across Europe, these five hidden gems in Paris, Amsterdam, Berlin, Dublin and Copenhagen provide authentic, crowd-free experiences.

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2 w. ago I visited a UK Christmas market 1 hour from Manchester and made a big mistake

The festive pie truck is one of the biggest and most expensive dishes on offer at the Liverpool Christmas Markets

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3 w. ago Fairytale city with direct £20 flights from UK named cheapest for Christmas market break

Nothing says Christmas like a festive market packed with inspiring gifts and seasonal treats, and what better way to enhance your experience than an affordable European getaway to marvel at the magic

Economics

3 w. ago Fairytale city with direct £29 Manchester flights named cheapest for Christmas market breaks

This European capital city is filled with an enchanting Christmas market, Art Nouveau architecture and a festive food scene. It has now been named the cheapest for a Christmas market break

Economics

3 w. ago These are the cheapest cities for Christmas market breaks in 2025

The Post Office has ranked the most affordable European destinations for a festive getaway

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3 w. ago The ‘best value’ cities to visit for a Christmas market break on a budget

Analysis took into account costs such as return flights, bed and breakfast accommodation, meals and refreshments bought at the markets

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3 w. ago The 10 best European Christmas markets for a magical winter break

Look no further than these twinkly continental cities for a festive holiday

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3 w. ago Tiny European country with enchanting Christmas market and free public transport

The destination is one of the smallest nations in Europe, but it's a winter wonderland with Christmas markets and a UNESCO-listed capital city that is known for being easy to walk around

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3 w. ago European Christmas market breaks where a beer costs less than £2.50

Are you looking for an affordable Christmas getaway, or more importantly a cheap pint? Here is where you can get a drink for £2.49

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