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Not sure what you’re going to do this fall? Want to escape the warm, tropical heat, even for just a little bit? Fly to your favourite European destination with Qatar Airways from just SGD777 this coming year-end holidays!
Enjoy the magical winter wonderland with all its white snow and festive activities. There are so many things to do all across Europe, so here are some of our suggestions!
Copenhagen
Home to the happiest people on earth, Copenhagen is a travel destination that offers so much more than just its warm hospitality. The Danes love a good workout, so this winter, why not join them at one of the many famous ice rinks across the city and try real ice-skating?
Break a little sweat at Frederiksberg Runddel, which majestically turns into an ice rink every winter, for the time of your life. Another great option is at Toftegårds Plads, offering great ice-skating fun for everyone, both young and old.
No holiday is perfect without shopping involved! Up until Christmas, there are tons of Christkindlesmärkte, or Christmas Markets, all across Munich, selling different products and services. You can get beautiful handcrafted souvenirs or delicious gourmet food at Neuhausen Christmas Market, enjoy the festive atmosphere with breathtaking views at Christmas Market Sendlinger Tor or take photos at the beautiful Schwabinger Christmas Market. Get ready and bask in the Christmas magic at Munich.
Happening only from December onwards, the Amsterdam Light Festival is back to dazzle visitors once again. There are two routes that you can take to experience this event, either by boat for the water route, Water Colors, or by walking for the second route, Illuminade. The best part is, you can experience all this for free! Admire the many world-class, international light art pieces lighting up your winter nights in Amsterdam, happening from Nov 30, 2017 to Jan 21, 2018; don’t miss it!
Each winter, Paris will be lit in preparation for Christmas and New Year’s, with festive decorations covering everything from the trees to the massive buildings. For music and arts lovers, you’ll enjoy the numerous great plays, concerts and musicals that’s lined up for the year-end period.
Stellar venues for fine arts such as Eglise Saint Ephrem, Eglise de la Madeleine and Salle Gaveau will also be opening up their doors for all to soak in and enjoy a fine winter’s night amidst the city’s roaring night life.
Go on a gastronomical adventure in lovely Stockholm, Sweden this winter! Östermalm Saluhall, Stockholm’s 1880s-styled food hall, is home to some of the most heavenly restaurants and cafes in Sweden. It’s almost impossible to resist any of them! They offer a huge range of food, from vegetarian food to local delights, sweet desserts to amazing coffee. You’re bound to have a great time!
Otherwise, you can always try skiing at one of the ski resorts across the city! It’s an experience that’ll make for great stories and memories, and there’s no better time to try it other than this winter.
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Royal Dutch Airlines KLM, also part of Air France, is introducing cheap flights to Europe.
For a limited time only, till 14 Sep, enjoy all-in return fares starting from SGD 752 and fly to destinations such as Oslo, Athens, Reykjavik, Geneva, Rome, London and more.
You can also enjoy a stopover at Amsterdam for just SGD100.
Return Economy Class fares, including taxes and surcharges ex Singapore per person. Fares are subject to availability and currency fluctuations. Book by 14 September 2017. Travel from 01 October 2017 until 30 June 2018. Minimum stay: 7 days. Maximum stay: 3 months. Changes are permitted with a fee of SGD 120. Non-refundable. A stopover is permitted in Amsterdam or Paris at a fee of SGD 100. Valid on KLM or AIR FRANCE.
In celebration of receiving the 2017 Skytrax Airline of the Year award, Qatar Airways has launched global promotional air fares to show their appreciation for its passengers.
From now until 31 July 2017, book your air tickets to enjoy these promotional prices. Promotion is limited for travel until 31 March 2018.
Yet to plan your next vacation? Check out these exciting and exotic destinations Qatar Airways has launched or launching to this year!
Dublin, Ireland
Dublin is teeming with culture, charm and architecture. Home to poets, artists and novelists, including Oscar Wilde, the city is among the most welcoming in Europe, and offers exquisite cuisine and superb shopping. Beyond the effortless style of its monuments and buildings, Dublin offers breath-taking natural beauty in its coastline, countryside and mountains. If the weather is in your favour, you are around an hour’s drive from County Wicklow’s spectacular beaches of Brittas Bay and Silver Strand. The stunning Wicklow Mountains are also must.
Following Paris, Nice is the next most well-loved French city by tourists. Located along the Mediterranean, the Promenade des Anglais is one tourist attraction you cannot miss out on, as it boasts a beautiful view of the Mediterranean sea. Pay a visit to Vieux Nice, Nice’s historic town which retains its layout from the 1700s, and is now packed with delis, restaurants, bars and boutiques.
Prague ranks amongst the top five most popular European city due to its rich history and culture that is reflected in their architectural wonders. Ranging from Gothic to Renaissance to Baroque architecture, the city is a feast for the eyes, especially for those of us who live in concrete jungles. Take a walk down the Charles Bridge and you are instantly transported into a scene straight out of a medieval film. Be sure to head to the Old Town Hall and find the famous astronomical clock before 12 noon, and marvel at this 600 year old clock chime as the clock strikes 12.
With a history that dates all the way back to 4000 BC, Skopje has weathered through Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman rule. Remnants of its vast history can be found at the 5th century Tvrdina Kale Fortress and the 15th century Kameni Most Stone Bridge. Nature lovers can head to the Matka Canyon and take a boat ride out to Lake Matka, where tour guides will lead you to explore caves.
Yet another European country that is rich in history and culture, the main highlight of Kyiv is an 11th century monastery built by monks, the Pechersk Lavra. Expect to be wowed by the elaborate and ostentatious decorations in the monastery, and the caves where the monks are buried are also a must to visit. Another UNESCO World Heritage to visit is the Saint Sophia Cathedral where the biggest preserved collection of mosaics and frescoes of that 11th century reside.
