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Step into a sparkling winter wonderland where the festive season comes alive with twinkling lights, joyful music, and delicious holiday treats. These markets, set in the heart of lively cities and charming historic squares, offer a true celebration of Christmas spirit. Wander through stalls brimming with handcrafted treasures, from beautifully decorated ornaments to snug woolen scarves. Treat yourself to local delights like sizzling bratwurst, creamy Swiss fondue, and cups of warm, spiced mulled wine, all while soaking in the vibrant, festive atmosphere. Experience the magic of live carolers, glide across ice skating rinks, and admire enchanting decorations. Kids will be overjoyed with the chance to meet Santa Claus and explore delightful Christmas villages. Set against the stunning backdrops of Europe's most beautiful cities, these markets are more than just a holiday outing; they're a joyful dive into the heart of the season. Come make merry memories and let the festive magic of Europe's Christmas markets fill your heart with holiday joy!

In this guide, I'll share with you all the budget hostels I stayed at around the world and my honest opinion about them. Most of my travels I did as a solo female traveller. And hostels were often the best option - cheap, safe, great places to meet another traveller. 📍Albania 📍Belgium 📍Bosnia and Herzegovina 📍Cape Verde 📍Croatia 📍Denmark 📍Finland 📍Germany 📍Iceland 📍Ireland 📍Latvia 📍Lithuania 📍Montenegro 📍North Macedonia 📍Poland 📍Portugal 📍Serbia 📍Slovakia 📍Spain 📍Thailand 📍Turkey 📍United States

This remarkable Belgium guide is the accumulation of over 30 hours of researching and planning. It includes an interactive map, over 60 city stops and things to do, 25 places to eat and drink, and more in the form of 5-6 days itinerary! You of course can extend your stay and still use this itinerary just in more relaxed form. We decided to stay 2 days in Ostend, 1,5 in Bruges, 1,5 days in Ghent and 3 days in Brussel. This is a mobile friendly itinerary, so you can use it throughout your trip at any moment. This is the exact itinerary we used with my friend. I took all our experience and added what I wish we knew and completed all into this guide. Follow this guide exactly for a guaranteed amazing set of experiences (of course, if weather conditions permitting). Or you can combine our insights with your own research to craft the trip of your dreams! Tag me in the photos/videos you will take - I'd love to see your experience! @annaberdysh

Interested in visiting Brussels but eager to get away from overly touristy places? Antwerp's the place for you, baby. Flemish people love this authentic gem and often go for day trips to shop and get inspired by its rich history and culinary hotspots. In this itinerary I've bundled when to go, where to go, and how to go. Carefully curated for you by a local. This city trip skips overrated tourist traps and lays out a step-by-step weekend like the locals. 🚉✈️ How long is this trip? This itinerary is based on a three-day weekend, assuming you'll arrive on Friday evening and depart on Sunday. You can absolutely adapt this plan to a two-day stay, just make sure to read the advice I provide with my recommendations. This way you're in on best times for different activities. 🅰️ Why Antwerp? - historic port city with rich history - hotspot for gastronomic delights and lavish art - like Brussels, but without the tourist traps - home to one of the world's leading fashion academies and the internationally renowned Fashion Museum - authentic Flemish (European) experience - safe city (check out advice for female solo travelers below)