During the holiday season, nothing beats exploring a city teeming with Christmas charm. Luckily, there are plenty of destinations around the globe that can help you get into the festive spirit.

Visitors stroll around Strasbourg's Christmas market, one of the oldest and biggest Christmas markets in Europe, in Strasbourg, eastern France, Friday, Nov. 24, 2023. Jean-Francois Badias/AP ...

Plus, Strasbourg is home to the oldest Christmas market, Christkindelsmärik, which has been running since 1570! Be sure to wander over to Petit France to see the adorable half-timber houses ...

Strasbourg Christmas Market, France. One of Europe’s oldest Christmas markets, Strasbourg began back in 1570, but it’s evolved considerably since then. Spread over more than 10 locations, the ...