Believe it or not, Christmas is right around the corner. For some, that might mean booking a flight home for the holidays– for me, it means looking for new places to soak up a little  Christmas magic. Below are 8 destinations around the world that have their own, unique Christmas traditions– add them to your holiday travel lists asap! 

Strasbourg, France 

Strasbourg is known as the “Capital of Christmas” for a good reason. Christkindelsmärik, France’s oldest Christmas market, is straight out of a fairytale. There are over 300 chalets that line the snow covered cobblestone streets. Couple that with twinkling shop windows, wafts of gingerbread, cardamom, and cinnamon, and the 98ft Christmas tree at the Place Kléber, known for being the most decorated Christmas tree in Europe, and it’s truly a little slice of heaven on Earth. 

New York City 

Everything about New York City at Christmas is magical– the

Around the holiday season Muskoka is a wonderful place to be!

Endless places to shop for everyone on your list, special holiday events and parties, and outdoor adventures make Muskoka THE destination to experience a winter wonderland like no other. Whether you’re planning a day trip or staying overnight, there is always something to do, see and experience throughout the region.

Supporting local makes everyone feel good!

Muskoka is home to so many small local businesses that support the community. Made up of hard-working individuals with entrepreneurial spirit and a love for their towns, these small businesses capture the essence of the region through their handcrafted products. Support these creators and bring a piece of Muskoka home with you as a keepsake or gift!

Christmas Market & Hot Chocolate Bar at Gravenhurst Opera House

December 3rd from 9 am to 3 pm

GHS Holiday Market at Gravenhurst High School

December

Posted: 11/28/2022 | November 28th, 2022

Mexico City used to be off the radar for many travelers because it was perceived as being dangerous. But things have changed in CDMX (short for Ciudad de México) and today it’s one of the most popular places to visit in the country.

I loved my time in Mexico City. It’s an incredible foodie destination, has a fun nightlife, lots of history, green space, and boasts lots of galleries and museums to explore. (The art and literature scene here is one of the best in the world.)

It’s also a huge, sprawling metropolis, so choosing the right neighborhood to stay in — one that aligns with your interests and travel style — is important. Traffic can be slow, so you don’t want to waste your visit stuck in transit — or risk your safety by staying in the wrong neighborhood.

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I first visited Thailand ten years ago and since then, I’ve told anyone who will listen that it is the best holiday destination for Australians. For starters, the location is ideal. Thailand can be reached directly from Sydney in just 8 hours, adding a few hours for connecting flights either side. Secondly (and in my opinion more importantly), the paradise available when you get there is oh so worth the travel time, regardless of your flight path. For this trip a decade later, I had my sights set on visiting Koh Samui. I had never yet visited the island, having previously opted for Phuket on two occasions. So for my return to travel after the pandemic, I decided now would be as good a time as any to splurge on flights to Koh Samui and stay at the Four Seasons Koh Samui.

Island time in Koh Samui

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There’s snowhere else like Muskoka in the winter!

#1: Hidden Valley Hideaway – Ski & Stay

A winter wonderland awaits you at Hidden Valley! A place to unwind, dine and explore Muskoka’s iconic landscape, blanketed with snow! Choose how you spend your time at Hidden Valley Resort. Go solo for some ‘me-time’ or bring the whole family; get as active or as laid back as you prefer. With a variety of indoor and outdoor activities to experience, Hidden Valley is the ultimate winter resort destination.

Carve your way across the Hidden Valley Ski Area on either skis or boards and let the crisp clean air kiss your cheeks! Welcome the adrenaline and excitement as you embark on an action packed trip to Muskoka. Not a pro? No worries, they offer lessons for all levels of ability, from new to expert. From learning to turn and stop to refining

ReBalance Bath: A new festival of wellbeing for Bath launching in February 2023

ReBalance Bath will bring together venues, hotels, therapists, and practitioners for a three-week celebration of wellness and the city’s connections to thermal waters for local residents, city-centre workers and visitors to enjoy from 7 – 25 February 2023. The ReBalance Bath programme of activity will include many free events and taster sessions alongside luxury spa hotel packages and bookable activities.  Centred around the seven pillars of wellness: physical, mental, social, financial, spiritual, vocational and environmental, event highlights include:

• Aqua Sauna at Thermae Bath Spa
• Vegan lunch at The Olive Tree
• Laughter yoga with The Vitality Studio
• Guided meditation and Sound Baths at The

For as long as I can remember I have had a love affair with Thailand. In fact, I can probably even pinpoint the moment it happened and the love affair began. I was nineteen years of age when I first visited Thailand. On that trip I travelled straight to Phuket, spending a few nights in Bangkok on the way home to Australia.

But since that trip, I’ve been desperate to seek out more of the country. In particular, I have wanted to visit Chiang Mai.

One of my closest friends Sophie wrote about her time in Chiang Mai here on World of Wanderlust some five or so years ago and it was her sheer enthusiasm for Northern Thailand alone that put this city on the map for me.

And so when I found myself with an invitation to Bangkok to visit and write about the newly opened Four Seasons Bangkok,

Eclipse “Walk With Light” is one of Muskoka’s most unique winter attractions…and is back for its second season! This experience lets you walk through the glowing forest with more than 20,000 lights. Take in the eye-catching features of illuminated and interactive soundscapes that celebrate the cycles of our seasons with music and spoken word. It gets even better with weekly special events including goat walks, beer tastings and food offerings. This spectacular provides the perfect backdrop for date nights or to create family fun core memories and the best part, kids are free!

Follow a circular path through the forest at Muskoka Heritage Place and delight in the six artistic installations using sound and light: be in the present moment of time at Crystalline, ring the flowers to life at Awaken, listen carefully to the sounds around you at Sundial, try different sounds to move with the

Hilton Bangalore Embassy GolfLinks has appointed Chef Gaurav Paul as the Executive Chef.

With an extensive and diverse experience of more than 19 years in the hospitality industry, Gaurav will use his expertise to further facilitate the hotel’s promise of delivering unique culinary activities.

Chef Gaurav Paul will be responsible for planning, organizing, and executing new menus, while hosting food festivals, food promotions, and wine dinners. He would also oversee operations of various outlets in the hotel, and large banqueting events while meeting the quality standards

Talking about the appointment, Tejus Jose, General Manager, Hilton Bangalore Embassy GolfLinks said, “Chef Gaurav’s culinary knowledge has the vision to cultivate and maintain the finest culinary experience for our guests. We warmly welcome him to Hilton Bangalore Embassy Golflinks and look forward to his unique gastronomic creations.”

Commenting on his appointment, Chef Gaurav Paul said,