Festivals and Holidays

Wanting to travel somewhere special for Valentine’s Day, now that plane tickets are less expensive and gas prices seem to have gone down? Here are a few ideas to inspire you around Cupid’s favorite holiday.

Take a surprise weekend getaway!

Cities like San Francisco, London, New York City and Las Vegas have great sales on air tickets right now, so even if you don’t have a lot of vacation time, you can schedule a weekend getaway now or in the near future without having to break your budget. While you are there, enjoy the mild climates of most of these cities and explore by foot, another great way to reconnect and spend time together without having to open your wallet. Many high end and moderate priced hotels are having great sales right now, so it’s a great time to enjoy a little luxury if you can.

Go on a road trip!

Make a playlist, grab your sweetie and get on the road. Find a nearby city or destination a few hours away and enjoy catching up during the journey to get there. Spring is on the way in many destinations, with flowers just starting to bloom - check and see if there are any early spring or mid winter festivals going on to add a little excitement into this otherwise grey time of year.

Plan a romantic vacation for the near future.

Can’t getaway right now? Spend a few hours with your loved one dreaming about a relaxing trip to a warm destination. Take advantage of cheap flights to Mexico, Hawaii and other destinations now, even if you have to hold off for the spring or early summer.

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Start your holiday shopping with friends at a Christmas market in Europe. While most of France’s 22 regions offer great Christmas markets, the largest and oldest is located in the Alsacian region of Strasbourg.

A stone’s throw from Germany on the right and a train’s ride to Paris on the left, Strasbourg is a great stop to take the family between November 25 through December 30 to visit its famous “Christkindelsmärik” (Christmas market).

Enjoy the festive lights and trees of the charming town and indulge in the many chocolates and sweets in the markets, as well as the vin chaud (a specialty warm spiced wine, much like cider). You can stock up for your ornament collection with hand-made decorations sold by local vendors and artisans. Find unique scarves, wooden crafts, and any other trinket, specialty cheese, or unique artwork you can think of when wandering through the rows of tents. The Christkindelsmarik is a sight for all cultures and religions just to experience and enjoy the merry spirit around you.

The city surrounding the Christmasmarket is a sight in itself. With a cathedral built in the 11th century, canals, historical town squares like the Place Gutenberg, and a wide array of interesting museums, Strasbourg is an excellent destination during a winter excursion in Europe.

One Real Travel blogger wrote:

“The entire city of Strasbourg was enchanting- it reminded me of a Hansel and Grettle- type fairy tale, well, minus the cannibalistic witch of course. It was what we Christmas-lovers imagine Christmas to be, cozy cottage-like gingerbread houses with ski-jump roofs, leisurely shopping and eating along cobblestone streets. Even if you withdrew all traces of Christmas, Strasbourg is still a wonderful place.”

The spirit of the winter season spreads throughout Europe, and each city offers their own taste, smells, and shopping to fulfill your holiday needs. Why not start in Strasbourg?

To begin planning your trip, visit:

Strasbourg Hotels
Strasbourg Attractions
Strasbourg’s Official Tourist Site: http://www.otstrasbourg.fr/?lang=en

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