In December 2022, I went on a quest to get into the Christmas spirit with a 12 day trip to Europe. I wanted to see snow, Christmas lights, Christmas markets, and get that warm and fuzzy holiday feeling. I also wanted to celebrate my birthday in a way that I never have before (you can see what I did by watching the video from Day 11 below). I’m sharing my itinerary, experiences, and daily vlogs for your viewing pleasure. I had the best time and I am planning on doing another European Christmas (and birthday) trip in 2023.
Trip Itinerary Overview
Day 1: Flight from Atlanta to Milan
Day 2: Milan
Day 3: Milan to Bern
Day 4: Bern with a day trip to Stockhorn
Day 5: Bern to Sigriswil
Day 6: Sigriswil with a day trip to Jungfraujoch
Day 7: Sigriswil to Brussels
Day 8: Brussels
Day 9: Brussels to London
Day 10: London
Day 11: London with a day trip to the Cotswolds
Day 12: London
Day 13: London to Atlanta
Experiences
Wine Tasting in Milan
I sampled 8 local wines during an in-depth wine tasting experience with a Sommelier. Find out more.
Day Trip to Jungfraujoch
Going up to the highest railway station in Europe was a bucket list item I didn't know I needed. Click here to find tours to Jungfrau.
Brussels Food Tour with No Diet Club
I ate my way through Brussels and I'm convinced it was the best way to spend my only full day there. Find the tour here.
Private Driving Tour in the Cotswolds
Read all about my Day trip to the Cotswolds, which consisted of a private driving tour with a professional photographer!
48 Hours in Bath and Bristol: A Slow, Wellness-Focused Itinerary You’ll Actually Want to Follow
You can plan an itinerary for visiting Bath and Bristol that involves racing between tourist sites, checking Roman Baths off a list, and leaving feeling like you need another holiday to recover, or you can use mine because mine is absolutely nothing like that trip. …
Feel Like You’re in a Rom-Com in the Cotswolds at Lane’s Cottage in Chipping Campden
If you’re dreaming of a cozy escape in a charming Cotswold town, Lane’s Cottage in Chipping Campden is straight out of a storybook. …
Luxury in the Heart of Stratford-Upon-Avon: A Stay at The Penthouse on Waterside
Quick Facts: Location: Stratford-Upon-Avon, England. Bedrooms: 1. Bathrooms: 1. Kitchen: yes. Washer/Dryer: combo. Air Conditioning: no. Wifi: yes. Patio/Balcony: small outdoor area with Swedish hot tub. Parking: yes. …
Feel Like You’re in “The Holiday” in This Idyllic Cotswold Cottage
Quick Facts: Location: Chalford, England (The Cotswolds). Bedrooms: 1. Bathrooms: 1. Kitchen: yes. Washer/Dryer: washer. Air Conditioning: no. Wifi: yes. Patio/Balcony: sitting area in front of the house, back patio/garden area. Parking: yes (right in front). …
Go On a Private Tour of The Cotswolds
Are you looking to get out of London for the day? You will love going on a private driving tour of The Cotswolds, an idyllic area of little villages with beautiful honey-colored limestone facades, just an hour southwest of the city. …
Enjoy an In-Depth Wine Tasting in Milan with a Sommelier
If you’re a wine lover visiting Milan, there’s no better way to spend one of your evenings than having a wine tasting with a sommelier. Not only will you sample some of the best wines from Italy, but you’ll also learn how to properly experience them, using more than just your sense of taste. …




