Wrapped in a cozy coat with a scarf and gloves, it's always a good idea to follow the smell of mulled wine, roasted almonds, sausages and spiced punch at Christmas time. As December rolls around, Europe's famous Christmas markets are an absolute must-do for locals and tourists alike. And, when you stroll through the wooden 'hoods filled with handcrafted art and lovely gifts, you'll realise why locals can’t wait for Christmas to arrive each year.  

If you love discovering new things, you'll love our hit list of European markets. This is where the old meets the new, tradition meets current trends and tourists become locals. It's the cultural melting pot of the city, and everyone is invited to join. 

Berlin is colourful, diverse and offers countless sights to discover. Especially off the beaten tourist track there are exciting and impressive places worth a visit which definitely not part of the standard program. Here are some of these insider tips we want to share with you.

The term "apartment hotels" is (yet) not very well known in Germany and in some cases it is even associated with prejudices. Time to get rid of them and to introduce the apartment hotels as what they are: the hotel with certain benefits, the home abroad, the hotel with more freedom for you.

With lots of water, numerous green spaces and hanseatic serenity, Hamburg is the ideal summer getaway. Whether recreational activities, colourful festivals or film nights under starry skies – the city has much more to offer than the popular harbour tours on the Elbe river and charming Alster lake cruises.