Forget Santa: Icelandic children are visited at Christmas by 13 mischievous trolls or “Yule Lads”, the offspring of a murderous ogress called Grýla. Every year, children leave shoes in their ...

While Christmas-centric Europe in December is a wonderful time to visit, there’s a treasure trove of experiences for families ...

There’s something about Europe at Christmas that sets the mood for the holiday season. From small towns to large cities, ...

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There's nothing like a Christmas market full of mulled wine, bratwursts and homemade gifts to get you in the festive spirit. With so many magical markets to visit across the UK and Europe ...

Nations across Europe have cracked down on Christmas lights this winter to save energy as Russia restricts gas flows to the continent. It's one of the ways that countries including Germany ...

To guide you through the continent's wintry choices, U.S. News combined reader votes and expert analysis to rank the best winter vacations in Europe. Start planning your next trip using these ...

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Across Europe, from mid-November through Christmas Eve, cities large and small are transformed from everyday life into enchanting, fairy tale-like villages. Locals and tourists pour into hundreds ...

Here’s a surefire way to boost your Christmas cheer this season: Sit down to a Christmas Eve feast in Venice, or ride in a horse-drawn carriage through Manhattan’s Central Park. End-of-year ...