It's hard to find a place that does Christmas markets better than Germany, so grab your coat and hat and let's explore some of the best ones for Freebird travelers.

Hi Freebirds, This week we want to highlight some of the beautiful places across ‘the pond’. In particular we invite you to explore the idea of travelling to these wonderful places with wonderful hosts waiting to welcome you.

Hi Freebirds, Here's a taste of other great North American cities which positively sparkle in this, the holiday season. Come and explore some of our great Freebird Host locations in the northern U.S. and Canada.

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Hi Freebirds, In researching European Christmas markets, I found out that England has some wonderful ones, and didn't want to miss a chance to share some of them with you.

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Hi Freebirds, This week we want to share a few of the wonderful Freebird Host locations around Europe; any one of which would warm the heart with festive spirit.

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Hi Freebirds, Well, it's November and we can't help but think about the Christmas markets in Central Europe. Having visited Prague at Christmas, we can assure you that it's truly magical.

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Nice, une des villes les plus belles de France!

Bonjour, je m’appelle Alexandre et je suis un membre du Freebird Club. Je vais vous parler de ma ville natale qui est Nice. (Travel Guide in French)

Several decades ago I came to France ostensibly for two years … and over time the “hexagon”, as the French often call their country, has kept me enthralled. You just never get to the end of it!  Always something new to discover, taste and experience.

With Venice ever more crowded, visitors are discovering the delights of Treviso writes John Stanley. ​

This could be the gentle introduction you need to nudge you onto the higher peaks and the Alte Vie on a return visit if you find the Dolomiti weaving their spell.

Inspirational Freebird Club member Dermot Higgins (aka GoGoDermo) is currently mid-way through his epic journey to become both the oldest and fastest man over 50 to cycle around the world.

The counties of southern England are recognised as a mouth-watering combination of rural tranquillity, coastal cliffs, nestled coves, forests full of intrigue, national parks, and desolate moorland – all complemented by a rich historical and cultural heritage.

Arrived at Zurich Airport yesterday and followed my host, Luisa's, very clear instructions: Take train S2 on Gleis (platform) 1, destination, Zieglebrucke. Go to the last stop. Sit upstairs on the left and you will get a view of Lake Zurich as you travel along.

Well, things are certainly happening to the West of here, but my thoughts are decidedly towards the East. It is probably not the first place you will think of, but, Kazakhstan sounds like a fascinating destination.

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Hi Freebirds, I'm feeling the winter chill here in Ireland and dreaming of warmer horizons. With that in mind, I'm flying south to Australia and New Zealand and exploring the cities of some wonderful Freebird Hosts.

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Hi Freebirds, I am here, in Italy and thinking of where to go next. I am in a decidedly Midlands state of mind. First, I want to tell you about Dervla's house in Ballinamuck, Co Longford, Ireland.

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I’ve decided to head north up to County Cavan and visit Ann in Virginia, home to Virginia Pumpkin Festival leading up to Hallowe’en. Cavan is the lake county of Ireland with myriad water pursuits available, boat hire, or if you have your own vessel, there is a marina.

Kerry is a gem, famous for culture, the Ring of Kerry, rugged coastline and spectacular scenery and football! Kerry is also home to the highest mountain range in Ireland; the Mcgillicuddy Reeks. Even the name is romantic.

It's a gorgeous morning here after the first frost and I thought I'd head for a drive and explore south of Dublin. First stop for me down the coast just on the boarder of Dublin and Wicklow is Bray, in county Wicklow.

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