While many holiday markets dwindle after Christmas, some European markets stay open after the winter holidays and into the New Year.
There are still a handful of Klosterbrauereien (monastery breweries) you can visit in Germany that still have monks and nuns overseeing the brewing operations.
Thanks to CPT Zach Robinson for sending in these unique and surreal photos of Deadvlei in Namibia.
Visit a truly gluten-free and celiac-safe haven in Vicenza, Italy. At BigFree you can shop worry free and enjoy a fresh GF treat from their cafe.
Chakalaka is a vegetable and bean relish originating in South Africa. The word chakalaka means “all together” in the Zulu language, which is exactly how this sauté and dump recipe goes.
Here is a recipe for German dampfnudel if you’d like to make this market and festival staple at home.
Like a meticulously cross-stitched tablecloth or finely painted Delft porcelain, “The Safekeep” by Yael van der Wouden is both delicate and shockingly beautiful.
If there is one thing Italy has to offer beyond exquisite cuisine and adventurous travels, it is its street cats. And Poppy is a diamond in the rough.
Details about becoming a contributing writer by pitching or submitting your written stories for publication on our Stripes Europe community website.
Kids, tweens and teenagers are invited to submit their experiences while stationed in Europe. Here is your chance to share your adventures, travels and opinions on StripesEurope.com!
Amateur photographers are invited to submit photos for the “What’s Up” magazine that is published for installations in Germany.
Here are details on how to submit your pet’s photo to be featured as “Pet of the Month” on our website and social media pages.
Our incentive program for contributing writers gives your writing more exposure and provides achievements that can be used for career development.
When in Rome, even if you are gluten free, you can enjoy fresh, homemade pizza, pastas and pastries! Here is a short guide on places I enjoyed that are celiac and gluten-sensitive friendly.
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