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Winter and Off-Season Travel Articles

The year-round Christmas village of Seiffen, Saxony, Germany

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Traditions, Toys and All the Trimmings: Christmas in Seiffen and Germany’s Ore Mountains

For the perfect pre-Christmas trip, look no further than Saxony's Ore Mountains, where the year-round Christmas town of Seiffen offers festive magic and miners' traditions far from the commercial crowds.

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15 Best Places To Visit in March 2025 in Europe: Sun, Blossoms, Carnival & Aurora

March in Europe arrives with warmer weather, carnival celebrations, pretty blossoms, northern lights sightings and cultured city events.

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15 of the Best Places To Visit in January in Europe: Skiing, Snow, Sun & City Breaks

From winter sun and relaxing spa breaks to start-of-year adventures chasing the northern lights or ski slopes, these are some of the best European destinations to visit in January.

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Iceland in Photos: Postcards From a Winter Wonderland

Iceland in winter means ice, snow, and incredible New Year's Eve celebrations. From glacier treks to frozen beaches, these are my highlights.

The start of the torchlight procession in Edinburgh

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Is Edinburgh’s Hogmanay the World’s Best New Year’s Eve Party?

Burning flames, torchlight processions and a braw midnight bash — Edinburgh's Hogmanay is arguably one of the world's best three-day New Year's celebrations.

The village of Ponto do Sol in Madeira, with green hills and a small bay for swimming

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15 Best Places To Visit in Europe in Winter: Warmest Spots and Winter Wonderlands

From winter wonderlands to the warmest spots, these are some of the best places to visit in Europe in winter.

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When Is The Best Time to Visit Iceland?

Deciding when to visit Iceland will define your trip. Discover the best time to visit for camping, Christmas, road trips, or northern lights.

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Warm winter waters: soaking in the spas and history of Karlovy Vary

Karlovy Vary is a beautiful spa destination in the Czech Republic black forest. Explore the history and culture while soaking in warm waters.

The view of old town Bansko and the snowy mountains

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Learning To Ski in Bansko, Europe’s Affordable Snow Resort

Fresh snow, excellent value chalets, and a gorgeous Old Town make Bansko in Bulgaria one of Europe's best-value skiing destinations.

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Reasons to visit the Falkland Islands (as part of your South America itinerary)

Looking for reasons to visit the Falkland Islands? From wildlife to wild vistas, the archipelego is a unique adventure to add to a South America itinerary.

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Discovering Dresden’s Christmas Markets and Saxony’s Festive Traditions

From Dresden's Christmas Markets to stollen baking, star marking and nearby hidden gems, here's how to plan a magical Saxony Christmas trip.