Most people planning a first Europe trip from India start by picking countries. It’s usually the wrong first decision. The best time to visit Europe changes your trip more than any itinerary does: how long your days are, how much you queue, what a hotel costs,
Europe has dozens of Christmas markets, and most travel lists treat them as interchangeable, a square, some stalls, mulled wine, repeat. They aren’t. Some cities have a market strong enough to be the entire reason for the trip. Others have a pleasant market that works better
You have 10 days blocked off, a Google Maps list with six cities pinned on it, and a nagging feeling that you’re about to try and fit a month’s worth of Europe into a week and a half. If that sounds familiar, you’re not doing anything
