🇫🇷 Christkindelsmärik — Strasbourg, France
Known as the "Capital of Christmas," Strasbourg hosts Europe's oldest and arguably most beautiful Christmas festival, dating back to 1570.
- The Experience: The entire historic island center (Grande Île) transforms into an open-air fairy tale. Hundreds of wooden chalets fill the squares beneath the towering Gothic cathedral. You will see streets draped in elaborate, coordinated light displays, giant illuminated Baccarat crystal chandeliers, and a massive, 100-foot-tall decorated pine tree in Place Kléber.
- The Sensory Delights: The air is filled with the scent of spiced hot mulled wine (vin chaud), roasted chestnuts, and traditional Alsatian gingerbread (bredele). The cathedral hosts magnificent Advent choral concerts and nativity pageants.
✈️ $1,000 toward your flights to fly comfortably into the heart of Europe.
🏨 A luxury 5-star stay at your choice of iconic properties: the fairytale Pavillon Régent Petite France right on the scenic canals, or the ultra-elegant Sofitel Strasbourg Grande Île.
🍽️ A premium dining gift card to experience the legendary Michelin-starred 1741 restaurant!Discover the exquisite cuisine of Chef Jérémy Page with an unforgettable 9-course menu.