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Best Christmas Markets You Can Visit on a Viking River Cruise
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The Christmas Markets are open-air festive monthlong celebrations that offer a wonderful chance to experience the ages-old holiday traditions that bring a delightful warmth and charm to the holiday season.
One of the best ways to check out the Christmas Markets is via a river cruise. This way, you get a chance to see multiple markets in several cities and villages. The river cruise itineraries along the great rivers like the Rhine and Danube give you the full scope and scale of what the Christmas season is like in Europe.
The Best Things to Do on a Quick Visit to Amsterdam
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Amsterdam is a vibrant city. It has so much to offer that you really need a well-thought-out strategy to get the most out of your visit. If you only have 48 hours in the capital of the Netherlands, I offer several fun things -- ranging from stunning museum sites to time outdoors. Don't worry, I fit in some cool nightlife, too. Have a read!


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11 Easy Ways to Save
for a Cruise Vacation

Want some simple ways to save some extra bucks to put toward a bonus cruise? You betcha! In The Loop Travel is always looking for little tips and tricks to put more into our travel fund. Check out 11 tried-and-true methods we have used to afford that extra time on the high seas or anywhere else you want to go

Nine Expert Tips
for First-Time Cruisers

I have a pretty well-established cruise routine these days, but I sure wish I had done a little more research before those first few sailings. Luckily for you, the mistakes I made can help you have a better first cruise. Use these tips and tricks, and you'll be a cruise superstar on your very first sailing.

How to Pack Like a Pro
for Your Next Cruise 

We are constantly seeking new ways to make our little cabins as comfy and efficient as we can on our cruise vacations. Over the years, we have learned new ways to make it work. Check out some of our top packing tips and tricks – some less-than-obvious-items – to help you stretch out in your cruise ship cabin.

Train to Travel: 5 Easy Exercises
to Solve Common Travel Challenges

Hoisting and hauling luggage. Maneuvering in tight airplane aisles. Sitting in cramped seats for hours on end. Yes, these can take a toll and put you at risk of injury. My simple guide can help keep you in peak travel shape. Check it out, and work these moves into your weekly routine.
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