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.
Beautiful Madeira
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15 of the Best Places To Visit in February in Europe: Sun, Skiing, Valentine’s & Carnival

February in Europe offers plenty: carnivals, Valentine's Day getaways, ski and snow adventures, half-term winter sun and the northern lights — here are the best places to head for something special.
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 Kazbegi region of Georgia
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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.
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.
The view of old town Bansko and the snowy mountains
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Learning To Ski in Bansko, Bulgaria: 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.