Maria Haase, Author at Europe Up Close

Dresden Christmas Markets

Published/Revised October 15, 2018 By Maria Haase This post may contain promotional and affiliate links. EuropeUpClose may receive commissions for purchases made through links in this post. Please read our disclosure for more info.

Your Guide to the Dresden Christmas Markets There are approximately 1,500 Christmas markets in Germany, and about 85 million people from around the world pay them a visit every year. If you love Christmas, you will inevitably fall in love with Dresden where you will find 11 assortments of Christmas markets right at your feet. Dresden is the German city where you will discover the most ... Read Full Article

The Insider’s Guide to the Best Ireland Castle Hotels

Published/Revised October 1, 2018 By Maria Haase This post may contain promotional and affiliate links. EuropeUpClose may receive commissions for purchases made through links in this post. Please read our disclosure for more info.

The Best Ireland Castle Hotels Are you interested in taking a trip but not quite sure where to go? Are you a seasoned traveler and looking for something different? Maybe you have been to many places, seen many things and have many experiences. However, are you looking for a trip that surpasses them all? A trip that will be the trip of a lifetime! If a trip that allows you to have special ... Read Full Article

Paris Hotels with Views of the Eiffel Tower

Best Paris Hotels with Views of the Eiffel Tower Hotels in Paris with View of the Eiffel Tower Famous French writer Guy de Maupassant ate lunch at the Eiffel Tower's restaurant each day for years during the late 1800's—not because of its beauty, but because it was the only place in Paris where he could enjoy his meal without looking at the tower. For many years, Parisians saw the Eiffel ... Read Full Article

30 Best Day Trips From Prague

Explore the 30 Best Day Trips From Prague [cmtoc_table_of_contents] You know what is a shame? Most people, who visit the Czech Republic, only stay in Prague. Over 90% to be exact. Prague is an amazing city, don't get me wrong, but it is crowded, expensive (compared to the rest of the country), and there are so many places that are just as gorgeous but without some of the less desirable points ... Read Full Article

Madhya Pradesh Travel Mart 2018

Published/Revised September 11, 2018 By Maria Haase This post may contain promotional and affiliate links. EuropeUpClose may receive commissions for purchases made through links in this post. Please read our disclosure for more info.

Madhya Pradesh Travel Mart 2018 Madhya Pradesh Travel Mart in Bhopal I know the main focus of EuropeUpClose is Europe, as you already guessed from the name, but every once in a while, I want to introduce you to some beautiful destinations beyond Europe as well. So now I have some exciting news to share with you. Next month, I will be traveling to India for the first time to visit the Madhya ... Read Full Article

Don’t Miss These: Game of Thrones Tours Belfast, Northern Ireland

Published/Revised September 3, 2018 By Maria Haase This post may contain promotional and affiliate links. EuropeUpClose may receive commissions for purchases made through links in this post. Please read our disclosure for more info.

Game of Thrones Tours Belfast Game of Thrones, one of the most popular fantasy television series of all time, is filmed in many stunningly gorgeous locations. Over the course of the show’s seven seasons, Northern Ireland, with its forests, sea cliffs, beaches, caves, and medieval ruins, has provided the backdrop for much of the magic of Westeros. Many of the show’s fans, seeking out the ... Read Full Article

Best Hotels Cesky Krumlov Has to Offer – Editor’s Choice

Published/Revised August 31, 2018 By Maria Haase This post may contain promotional and affiliate links. EuropeUpClose may receive commissions for purchases made through links in this post. Please read our disclosure for more info.

Editor's Choice: Best Hotels Cesky Krumlov Has To Offer Cesky Krumlov is after Prague the second most visited city in the Czech Republic, but sadly, most people only stay for the day. If you are planning a trip to Cesky Krumlov, I highly recommend you spend the night and so here are our recommendations for the best Hotels Cesky Krumlov has to offer. After the last bus loads up its daytrippers, ... Read Full Article

Exploring the Tastiest UNESCO Site in the World: Champagne Region in France

Published/Revised September 26, 2018 By Maria Haase This post may contain promotional and affiliate links. EuropeUpClose may receive commissions for purchases made through links in this post. Please read our disclosure for more info.

Champagne Region in France - The Tastiest UNESCO Site in the World The Champagne region in France is arguably one of the best-tasting UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Europe. In July, I was invited by European Waterways on board the Panache, a barge cruise on the Marne river and canal, right through the heart of the Champagne in France. You can read more about my first barge cruise in France ... Read Full Article

Barge Cruises in France – The Perfect Luxury Vacation

Luxury Barge Cruises in France Have you been thinking about exploring Europe by ship and are you looking for a luxurious experience that you will never forget? Then I have something for you: How about barge cruises in France? I was recently invited by European Waterways to join them on a barge cruise in the Champagne region in France, and it was my favorite cruise experience so far. We were ... Read Full Article

Where to Stay in Bucharest

Published/Revised July 20, 2018 By Maria Haase This post may contain promotional and affiliate links. EuropeUpClose may receive commissions for purchases made through links in this post. Please read our disclosure for more info.

Where to Stay in Bucharest - Best Neighborhoods and Hotels Best Place To Stay in Bucharest If you are looking for hotel recommendations and tips on where to stay in Bucharest, you have come to the right place. I recently visited Bucharest and spend a little over a week in the Romanian Capital. Here are my tips and recommendations. Where to Stay in Bucharest - Old Town Most sights of ... Read Full Article