Christmas in Madrid Guide. Brightly colored paper star lanterns hanging at a Christmas market in Madrid

Christmas in Madrid Itinerary. Ultimate Madrid Holiday Guide 2025

Christmas in Madrid is packed with festive lights, markets, and cultural events across the city. From the iconic tree at Puerta del Sol to the artisanal stalls in Plaza Mayor, Madrid offers a mix of tradition and celebration. Taste turrón, see live nativity scenes, and walk through decorated neighborhoods like Gran Vía and Salamanca. Don’t miss top attractions like the Reyes Magos parade, Articus Park, and churros with chocolate on Christmas morning. Whether you’re visiting with family or solo, this guide covers everything you need to enjoy Christmas in Madrid like a local, from food and lights to local customs.

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Day Trip from Bucharest to Lovech: Top 3 Must-See Stops

Bucharest is not only Romania’s busy capital city, but it’s also an excellent starting point for several beautiful day trips. For example, a trip to the lovely village of Lovech tucked away in the wilderness and natural splendor of northern Bulgaria. Mathieu and I went on this exact day trip from Bucharest last summer and were astounded by how much we could explore in a single day. We traveled through Bulgaria and discovered magnificent green waterfalls, amazing caves, and other natural wonders. And that’s only the beginning! Join us on a tour as we explore the picturesque town of Lovech …

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Best Road Trips in Europe: Top 10 Adventures to Take

Are you prepared to brave the open road and travel to some of Europe’s most magnificent locations? There are many itineraries for road trips in Europe, from meandering coastline routes and mountain passes to rolling farmland and historic cities. There’s a road trip in Europe that is ideal for you, regardless of your travel preferences -adventure, leisure, or a combination of the two. This blog article will showcase some of the top European road vacations with breathtaking scenery, deep cultural heritage, and amazing experiences. So pack your bags, fill up the tank and get ready for the best road trips …

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christmas customs and traditions in europe

Christmas Customs in Europe: 100+ Magical Traditions to Experience

It’s only the beginning of December, but everywhere in the world preparations for Christmas have already started. The most important avenues in our cities shine under sparkling Christmas lights, the Christmas markets are open, shops are playing Christmas songs, and people are already searching for the perfect Christmas tree to decorate at home. Though we are all celebrating the same holiday, different Christmas customs and traditions in Europe make every celebration special in its way. It’s the perfect time to get into the holiday spirit, so I’m inviting you to join me on a virtual tour to discover all the …

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Best Things to Do in Timișoara in a Weekend: The Perfect Itinerary

Before we speak about things to do in Timișoara in a weekend, here’s a bit of a back story. As some of you might know, on 28 November I went for the last time to my office job, to get ready for whatever Mathieu’s contract brings our way. (We’ll find out this month, so fingers crossed!) As the following weekend was a long one for people working in Romania, he made me choose a place to go on a small holiday, to celebrate my newfound freedom. I looked and looked, and chose Timișoara. But what about Italy? he kept asking. …

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