Europe sparkles in the winter and Christmas decorations are everywhere. It’s a magical time to travel even though there’s a chill in the air. I can’t help but reminisce about a river cruise we took in November and December with AmaWaterways. Starting in Budapest, we floated up the Danube, disembarking to visit glittering Christmas Markets in Germany and Austria and ending in … [Read more...]
ETIAS Authorization: Why You’ll Need it to Travel to Europe
As if there wasn’t enough red tape to make going on a trip complicated, now you will have to register with the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) if you’re thinking about traveling to Europe. This will apply to all 26 countries in the Schengen Zone EU. But, before you start cursing that it’s just another annoyance to undertake as a traveler, … [Read more...]
Vienna and Salzburg, Austria Gallery
This photo gallery was part of an AmaWaterways river cruise up the Danube passing that passed through Austria. The theme of our cruise was Christmas markets. By the time we landed in Vienna, they were in full throttle and the atmosphere was colorful and festive. Both Vienna and Salzburg are where some of the world's most beautiful music originated. Although we were only … [Read more...]
Christmas Markets Danube River Cruise and Glühwein Recipe
Christmas in Europe is gloriously festive, especially if you are able to visit the Christmas Markets. There’s nothing as magical as walking among medieval buildings decorated and dressed up with lights for the holidays. Dozens of wooden huts stand in old town center squares filled with holiday ornaments, steaming hot food, sweets, and warm Glühwein. (traditional hot mulled … [Read more...]
