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How to Plan a European Holiday | Albatross Tours

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Planning a Europe trip? A little preparation can go a long way to ensuring a brilliant holiday. Read our guide to get ready for your time abroad.

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Top Christmas Market Tours | Albatross Tours

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A Christmas market tour is just one of the idyllic ways to spend your days and nights on a European winter holiday – through cities like Frankfurt, Munich and Milan.

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Christmas in an Alpine Wonderland | Albatross Tours

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Carol and her husband decided to experience the Christmas winter wonderland once again on the Alpine Christmas Adventure.

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Traveller Story: Susan's White Christmas | Albatross Tours

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Susan and her partner John, travelled to Switzerland on their search for a white Christmas!

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Christmas at Home vs Christmas in Europe | Albatross Tours

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Nobody does Christmas quite like Europeans. There’s nothing wrong with spending the holidays at home. But have you ever wondered what Christmas looks like in Europe?

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Joyeux Noel! Why You Should Celebrate a Traditional Christmas in France

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In France, the main event of the holiday season is the Christmas ‘Réveillon’; a long and extravagant dinner enjoyed with family and friends.

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A Fun Family Christmas | Albatross Tours

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Michele and her family travelled on our Christmas in the Austrian Tyrol tour in December 2013. They enjoyed a fun filled family holiday.

Author: Albatross Traveller