While each Christmas market has its own unique characteristics, they can quickly become one. Fortunately, there are plenty of markets in Europe that stand out from the rest for one reason or another. Here are ten Christmas markets that will hopefully have exactly what you've been missing from a perfect Christmas.
Countries with mountains inviting you to ski
Ski trips to Finland, Sweden, and even Italy and Austria have become relatively common. Kazakhstan, New Zealand, and Lesotho, with their resorts, are a bit far away. But what would be a truly unique, yet tolerably remote, ski trip destination in Europe? We suggest six countries where you probably haven't been skiing or snowboarding yet, and which can offer something exotic in one way or another even for experienced skiers.
Winter trip for the whole family and without flying
A ski trip with kids requires a bit more planning than going with a group of friends. Even for the bravest little travel companions, the drive to Italy can be too long, and once you get there, you won't have the energy to enjoy the skiing. And some popular resorts can be a nasty surprise when it turns out that there are so few easy trails that you can ski all the options in half a day. So what should you pay attention to so that you have only the best memories from your ski trip with your family?



