Amsterdam, France, Greece, Milan, there’s a lot more in Europe than you can handle! Every time you think of Europe, your heart skips a beat. The breathtaking views, amazing architecture, high-end fashion, and the love that floats in the air – all this and more will surely blow your mind away. The more you talk about this place, the more you want to head there.

Usually summer is the most preferred time of the year when tourists flock to Europe to bask in its glorious sunshine. However, travelling costs skyrocket during this time of the year, and the mad rush of travelers blocks your view of the beautiful Europe. All that you want to see becomes all that you could have seen, and the trip turns into a huge disappointment. So why not go to Europe in winters? You not only get to see the place in its complete glory, but there are several other perks that come with this deal. Thus, winter is becoming the most preferred time among tourists who want to visit this heaven called Europe.

Experience Serenity and Solace.

This time of the year helps you escape the queues and throngs of people. The weather may be chilly, but visiting and enjoying the ecstatic sights without running into tour groups is a pro. Also, interacting with the locals, learning about their cultures, hearing sight-seeing stories and more, is much easier!

Big Savings to take you a Long Way!

Being an off-season, the tickets and lodgings are also much cheaper, which makes the trip, a little easy on the pocket!

See Amsterdam in a Whole New Light.

Brightly lighted streets, public ice skating, street vendors serving all kinds of food, and locals enjoying their own city – these are some of the rare scenes you get to witness only in winters, in Europe.

Winter Festivals

The winter festivals in Europe are a delight. They may be old-fashioned, but the enjoyment is renewed with increased enthusiasm every year. The Carnival of Venice, a most awaited and spooky tourist attraction in Europe where people wear elaborate (and horrifying) masks, is an eye pleaser. However, these season-long local traditions, in Europe, are the kind of delight you look forward to. Some of them include:

~ Skating canals in Amsterdam.
~ Sleeping in an igloo village, on a starry night, among the Swiss Alps.
~ Peat burning in Ireland

Apart from these, skiing and snowboarding always attracts a great amount of crowd.

Snow Clad Architecture:

Capture the serenity of the snow-covered architecture, and give your friends yet another reason to be jealous. Snow adds to the aura of these classic buildings, and their beauty would be etched in your mind for eternity.

That’s not all. There are numerous more reasons to spend your winters in Europe.

~ Sleigh rides in the Swiss countryside, and skiing in Alps add to the fun.
~ Dazzling decorations, cheery people, and fun holiday shows and musicals are something you can’t afford to miss.
~ Seeing the fascinating Eiffel Tower covered in snow, is one of the most exotic sights that’s sure to leave an indelible imprint on your mind!
~ Cities such as Paris, Berlin, Vienna setup outdoor markets, which sell anything from low-priced tree ornaments, to expensive gifts to bring home to your family.
~ In winters, all over Europe, outdoor restaurants serve famous wines with sweet and salted local treats, elevating your holiday mood right away!
~ One of the best sights in winters, include the Northern Lights that you can view from Abisko in Sweden, which adds a real flavor to the European winter.
~ The chill you experience when visiting the home of Count Dracula (Transylvania) in mid-winters is thrilling and beyond comparison!
~ And not to forget, Copenhagen! The fairy-tale home of Hans Christian Anderson is much better in winter than it is in summer. The locals specialise in a tradition called hygge, which means relaxing with a cup of hot chocolate and enjoying the winter winds.

Well the list goes on and on. So pack your bags, and go to Europe this winter. There is nothing better than celebrating Christmas the perfect European way!

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