Seasonal: Christmas markets and winter city breaks
Europe's best Christmas markets and winter cities, with checked dates, travel options from UK airports and Eurostar, and the tours worth booking ahead.
Christmas Market Breaks from the UK in 2026: Dates, Where to Go and How to Get There
Planning a Christmas market break from the UK in 2026? Opening dates for Europe's best markets, which city suits you, how to get there by plane or Eurostar, and booking tips.
Read the guide →Vienna Christmas Markets 2026: A Practical Guide for UK Visitors
The best Vienna Christmas markets in 2026 with opening dates and hours, a three-day plan, getting in from the airport, what to eat and drink, and the tours worth booking.
Read the guide →eSIMs, Roaming and Travel Insurance for a European City Break: A UK Traveller's Guide
Do you need an eSIM for a city break in Europe? How UK roaming works now, how to set up a travel eSIM, what the GHIC does and doesn't cover, and what to look for in travel insurance.
Read the guide →Free: the post-booking countdown checklist
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