The Christmas Markets Group Trip is officially SOLD OUT but…. It’s not too late! People change travel plans all the time. Sign up on the waitlist if you’re interested in the trip. Waitlisted sign ups will get first dibs if a spot opens up! Sign up here: trovatrip.com/trip/europe/germany-and-austria/germany-with-laura-caldwell-dec-2024 I joined the Christmas markets trip 6 months after it was sold out when someone dropped off so the waitlist really does work 🎄❄️ I’m so excited to take a group of you to these incredible markets next year! 🎉 We hope to host another trip to the Christmas markets in 2025 for those planning further out ❤️ Happy holidays everyone!! 🎄☃️❄️❤️ Cheers! (or should I say Prost!) Laura

@biteofdog

6 ай бұрын

It's like watching Kara and Nate, and you happen to be in the same place as well.

@rikkemeek1506

6 ай бұрын

Remember to put a disclaimer saying " Can't promise snow"😄 Beautifull video as always. Happy holidays to you and the family🎄🎅

@sanjaysurana90

6 ай бұрын

Hi. Thanks for uploading the video. We are going to Austria in a few days. Was wondering if you have the address of Antik Market (Salzburg) mentioned in your video?

@deedeedunlap7887

6 ай бұрын

I want info about this trip for next year. How can I get info about your wait list?

@deedeedunlap7887

6 ай бұрын

Cancel. I found all the information. We’re on the waitlist 🎉

I love that there’s a young woman out there in the world totally optimistic and thoroughly enjoying life! You’re a gem 😊

I never expected a travel/thrifting video to make me cry, but I cried through most of this one. I spent a lot of my childhood in Germany and have memories of attending some of these same Christmas markets with my Tante and Oma. And taking that very long walk up to the castle (in the summer) with my dad, who referred to King Ludwig as “Crazy Louie.” This video had me longing for good German food, and family members who are no longer here. So many happy memories. Thank you for making this video. ❤

My Favorite Left Coast Girl is living the dream!! 🫶🏼🧡🫶🏼🧡

It's like you're in a fairy tale inside of a snow globe!Just stunning!❤

@leftcoastrevivals

6 ай бұрын

It really was! Didn’t feel real. I’ll never ever forgot this trip 🥹❄️

Oh. My. Goodness!!! Laura, this video was just breathtakingly beautiful! Thank you so much for taking those like myself along with you to a place that I would otherwise never get to see or appreciate! This video was just magical! I'll admit that for the last few weeks, I've been a bit depressed. But this video brought me joy, made me smile, and even got some of my Christmas spirit stirring! You are such a joy to watch, I have learned so much from your thrifting videos. I am so happy you were able to experience this trip and fulfill some of your dreams! Thank you again. Blessings from Kentucky.

@leftcoastrevivals

6 ай бұрын

🥹 Sending you a big hug!! ❤️ I honestly didn’t feel like I was along at that castle because I knew so many of you were there with me in spirit and I honestly couldn’t wait to share it with you! Thank you for choosing to join me ❤️ I hope that holiday cheer keeps growing this next few weeks 😘🎄 Happy Holidays! -Laura

@kristind1110

6 ай бұрын

100% agree! I know we're would all have such fun together, Laura seems to find joy v in everything and even on video it's infectious!

I grew up going to Weinachten markets every year from 72 to 96. Loved it. As an adult I bought my daughter hand blown ornaments for her hope chest. Now she has them on her tree.

I actually got teary-eyed from the scenery and the beautiful markets. The Christmas spirit is strong there. I love the architecture! We have nothing like it here in America. My ancestors are German, and I'd love to see Germany. I think in my next life I'd like be born in Germany or Austria.

I usually see these scenes in movies. Thanks so much for taking the time to show us this magical experience. Love it

It’s fantastic. I’m from Canada. We have a lot of snow here, but to watch you in Germany and Austria with the snow. Wow ! The Christmas market, the food, the people, the castle. Everything is fantastic. I wish you a wonderful holydays.Thanks Laura

Magical. Just, magical. Doesn't get any better than this. Europe really knows how to do Christmas! Thank you for sharing this with us. ❤

Hi Laura, this was one of my favourite videos you've made. My family and I went to Copenhagen for the christmas market etc a few years ago but watching your video has inpsired me to go the Salzburg or Vienna next time, I'm thinking of Vienna it looks breathtaking.

Thank you Laura for this beautiful video. I am unable for various reasons to travel anymore but through your eyes I can see all that this tired old world is all about at its best. Your enthusiasm and joy for life is infectious and I hope to see more of this type of posting in due course. A million thanks for taking me along with you today! I loved every moment. xx

Thank you Laura for taking us along on your journey. My dad was born in Germany and always wanted to go there unfortunately could not afford it. This video brought me much joy. Happy Holiday to you and your family❤

This is absolutely, positively, no comparison, hands down, by far, my VERY FAVORITE video you have ever posted! I have spent time in Europe. But never over Xmas, and never in the snow! Stunning! Gorgeous!Breathtaking! I am green with envy. I'm so happy you enjoyed such a special unforgettable trip! Can't wait to see you back home here in the NW doing your thrifty thing!! Safe travels! ❌️⭕️

@leftcoastrevivals

6 ай бұрын

Wow, thank you so much!! I’m so happy because it was my favorite trip to film EVER! Loved every minute of capturing it to share with you 😄❤️ Happy Holidays!

Loved seeing the Christmas markets! Excellent footage, editing, music selection, and really appreciate your narration and how you explain what's happening.

I am so jealous! I wish I could travel like you. What beautiful things you have experienced. I'm (only) 56, but I am realizing that things I always thought I would do "someday" are just...well, thank goodness for your channel! Them you so much! ❤ Merry Christmas!

Your trip is amazing beyond words. So charming to touch all the senses. I’m inspired to go next year with my daughters , experience the magic.

The most beautiful Christmas Markets video I've ever seen ! So beautifully captured and filmed , thank you so much Laura! xxx

Greetings from Munich, such a joy your video sparks 🤩to know many of the places you visited, hear your information and joy was gorgeous 😍🇩🇪😘thank you for loving our European culture that much 😍Anna

@leftcoastrevivals

6 ай бұрын

Thank you Anna! I loved my time in Munich so much and can’t wait to come back next year ❤️

This has to be my all-time favorite video of yours and that is saying something because I have been following you for years!!!❤ It is pure MAGIC!🎉

@leftcoastrevivals

6 ай бұрын

Awww this makes me so happy to hear!! I had the best time capturing it on camera!!! Happy Holidays! ❄️❄️

@tammyfennell4982

6 ай бұрын

@@leftcoastrevivals I am honestly considering going there for the markets next year! I know your tour/ trip is currently sold out but, I am going to check again and/or plan accordingly to go.💛

I’m with you Laura! I just got back from Paris & Strasbourg, with my daughters (early December). I’d much rather travel in the winter than in the heat!❄️☃️🎅🏻🇨🇦

I’m watching your video as me and my husband are pulling into Salzburg. We left Budapest earlier this morning. We’re currently on our last stop of a 10-day Christmas market tour of Germany, Austria, Hungary, and the Czech Republic. Thanks for sharing this awesome video ❤

You are blessed girl. Those markets are magical.

@leftcoastrevivals

6 ай бұрын

They truly are!!! ❄️

We lived in Germany growing up (early 70s) and many years we went on the train to Nurnberg for the Christkindlmarkt. Weinachten in Vienna meant going to see the Vienna Boys Choir singing traditional Weinachtslieder - so hauntingly beautiful! We never visited the Schlossneuschweinstein (yes we jokingly substituted schwein for schwan, lol) in winter - beautiful! Thanks so much for bringing back so many fond memories of the sights, sounds and smells, and of course all the great holiday foods.

Thank you so much Laura,for taking us with you .I have never been abroad I’m 69 ,so this is amazing.Iv really enjoyed this vidio lv Ann uk 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧❤️❤️❤️❤️

Thank you Laura!! Thank you for the whole year! Merry Christmas. Greetings from Hungary. Judit

It was wonderful to travel the Christmas markets with you! I was in Prague during Christmas 1999, but have not made it to any of the others. As for the roasted chestnuts, you can get them in Portland! I know they had them at Portland Nursery.

Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful. Magical.

Oh Laura, I'm 73 and in 1955-56 my family lived in Bavaria, Garmisch, Germany. We visited the castle and I have a photo of my sister and I posed with a lion in the front. I have no idea what the lion was all about but that's how the photo was taken! It was a magical time.

I can feel the magical energy from you and this experience! WOW 💗 so beautiful

German Xmas markets display a lot of handcrafted Xmas items. And quite many of them don’t even allow machine made, mass produced, products. That makes the German Xmas markets so special. My favourite one is in Rothenburg ob der Tauber.

That visit to the Bavarian castle was a special thrill to me. All my childhood, we had a picture of that beautiful castle on our wall. Budapest looked especially interesting. Swimming outdoors in the winter - awesome.

@leftcoastrevivals

6 ай бұрын

Oh how neat you had the picture! I am going to print and frame one of mine and put in my home 😄🏰

Oh my! Laura, I LOVE all of your travels… this is by far my favorite! I smiled (with envy) throughout the entire video! Bravo, BRAVO ! Hugs

I was born in Munich and raised in Hessen.

I have never traveled in Europe. It was great viewing!💙

I love Europe. Going in December 2024 to Berlin, Prague, many cities & end in Poland!!!

@leftcoastrevivals

6 ай бұрын

Oh that will be an amazing trip!!! We’re hoping to visit Prague next winter after the group trip 🤞 I hope you have an amazing trip!! ❤️

Like being in an old fashioned Christmas card. Beautiful content Laura.

@leftcoastrevivals

6 ай бұрын

Yes! And a hallmark movie 😂 I kept thinking how is this real…

@maryeliason1504

6 ай бұрын

@@leftcoastrevivals yes! Magical.

Thank you Laura for taking us to another part of the world. The snow is just beautiful. Something I can only dream of cause it's summer now in Perth Western 🇦🇺 😂

Went on a guided tour of Neuschawnstein in Germany when I was 20 years old. It was breathtaking when it came into view. The inside is something to behold and all of these years later, I can still picture the rooms, furniture, drapes, tapestries and art. The skill and time spent hand sewing silk drapes using thread spun from real gold and silver left an impression for sure. One bed was hand carved from wood and featured miniature church steeples on the canopy from all across Germany. Took 16 years to complete and Ludwig passed before it was finished. You're living life to the fullest so happy for you.

Oh thank you so muc😅h I haven’t traveled outside America and truly appreciate you sharing with us. Merry Christmas ❤❤❤

This was so delightful. Thankyou for sharing the beauty and wonder you found. This is the best coverage of Christmas markets I have ever seen. It is the day after Christmas, and I am watching with my coffee, a slice of apple pie, and the Christmas tree lit. Merry Christmas!

Honestly, it is so beautiful you are correct the snow and cold weather would not bother me. How magical

Wow,wow,wow. Just so beautiful. Thank you so very much for sharing this trip of wonder. Your smile said everything 😊

This was amazing to watch. I have been obsessed with going to the Christmas markets for years. I made plans with some work colleagues, and then covid hit. My husband thinks I'm nuts since I barely decorate for Christmas, don't overindulge in food, don't shop for fun and love warm weather. Yet.... I'm practically in tears watching this.

omg thanks for sharing. brought tears to my eyes, so lovely.

All the places you visited during this time of year made it look just magical with the snow! What a wonderful experience. It looked just like the movies with the fresh snowfall.

Pittsburgh has a Krampas parade each Christmas - so fun.

@leftcoastrevivals

6 ай бұрын

So awesome!!

Amazing trip and an amazing video! May I suggest Poland for next time? I may be a little biased, but I've never seen a country more beautiful and so full of people who love Christmas and American visitors. A Christmas in Europe is never complete without a stop in Poland.

You should go to Zagreb in Croatia.It's the best christmas market in Europe for the last few years.

WOW!!!

I'm swooning over your over the top once in a lifetime vacation 🤗🫶

I have been to Europe many times at Xmas & I have seen no snow except a little in Belgium! I love them too!!

@leftcoastrevivals

6 ай бұрын

It was definitely a fluke!! The big snow storm was Nov. 28th 😍☃️❄️ very early for snow!

Good morning Laura happy Saturday morning and I loved your vlogs and you are amazing Supporter and I'm proud of you

Laura, I loved this video! Every country you visited was beautiful 😍 i really enjoyed the way it looked so magical and all the Christmas decorations 🎄and the food looked so delicious! Thank you so much for sharing 🙏🏼💕💕💕

It was such a pleasure to watch this video. I was a student years ago in Munich and this brought back so many memories. Love your enthusiasm and your joie de vivre Laura. You are truly a gem everyone would love to travel with!

This trip was magical!! How incredible and now top of the bucket list!!! Congratulations on selling out so fast…I am not surprised based on this video… ❤️❤️❤️

You are so cool and brave

@leftcoastrevivals

6 ай бұрын

Haha maybe brave but definitely not cool 😆

Thank you Laura for some wonderful memories. I lived in Heidelberg for 3 years and loved the Christmas markets in Europe in particular. You are right that the smaller towns and villages have more hand-made, bespoke items. I also recommend Maastricht and Valkenburg in Holland and Prague. Magical to have the history of the ages combined with Christmas spirit and markets and food. I’m so glad you got to fulfill your dreams, as did I when I lived there between 89-92 in my late 20’s early 30’s. Thanks again.❤🎄🎄❤️

OMG what can you say that was just awesome.Laura you were just beaming so glad you had a great time. I have watched the markets before on TV but you made it more interesting. Have a safe t

thank you Your video is so amazing Thankyou from the bottom of my heart. I have been to Europe twice and you are letting me experience more of our beautiful world that I love. I also love Christmas and giving to others.❤

You have to be such a Blessing to your family and friends, so sweet, lovely spirit!😊

This video brought back memories. I did a tour of the Christmas Markets over 20 years ago. Christmas in Europe just feels magical. The sights, the smells...the food!!! When you go again try and find "Dampfnudel". They are a sweet yeast dough dumpling steamed in milk with sugar. The bottoms form this delicious browned crust while cooking. Typically served with vanilla sauce (like I saw on your Apple Strudel) and fruit. Delicious😋 You captured it all so beautifully. Felt like I was there again.Thanks for sharing your perspective of these beautiful places.

@leftcoastrevivals

6 ай бұрын

Oh my that sounds delicious!! I’ll definitely be on the lookout 😋 So happy to bring you back there with me ❤️❄️

Before opening Disneyland in 1955, Walt Disney and his wife took a trip to Europe and visited Neuschwanstein Castle. It was here that Disney received his inspiration for the Sleeping Beauty Castle. Not Cinderella

Laura, you have so much luck with the weather. The snow has already gone. There is no snow in the city's you visit. It's so great that you visit my small country. We have so much great places and history. Greetings from Austria. I love your channel

👍🏻 x a fafillion!!! Living vicariously through you, Miss Laura ♥️♥️♥️

My mom used to play bunko, her and a group of her friends in the neighbourhood would play once a month, and take turns at each person’s house. I remember her setting up card tables in the basement, which was our family room. Never been to Germany for a Christmas market, but I went to a German market in Hyde Park in London. Got to try so many German snack foods, loved it. Thank you for sharing your Christmas trip to Europe, German and Austrian Christmas markets are on my bucket list! Loved the gifts you found, especially the wooden bowls!

Rothenburg in Germany 🇩🇪 and Passau so Fussen in Bavaria having beautiful Christmas Markets too

Christmas on June 18. Perfect. So much fun.

This was absolutely breathtakingly beautiful Laura 😍 I'm not a fan of cold weather, I live in Western Australia, so it's a very hot Christmas ahead for us here. However, this looked so worth it 😅 Thank you so much for taking us along. I would be twice my size on leaving with all that glorious food! Once again, your camera work is utterly brilliant 👏 ❤ Merry Christmas to you and all of your family 🎅🤶 🎄🎁

@leftcoastrevivals

6 ай бұрын

That would be so different with a hot Christmas! 😄 Hope you have a wonderful holiday!

@katem3961

6 ай бұрын

@leftcoastrevivals Thank you Laura 😊

@_Rhon_

6 ай бұрын

⁠@@leftcoastrevivals quite the difference from the pnw where we live, huh? Thanks for taking us along!!

to me, there is nothing like Christmas in Germany.....I've spent several Christmases in Nurnberg Germany, and that's where I was born. Love your video!

I was in Vienna at the end of November. Mulled wine, a sprinkling of snow and lovely items to buy...and I did buy.

Snow is so much better than a heatwave in England! Even though we had a great time- but it was HOT! Haha!

Beautiful, informative, professional video. It was lovely to watch. Thank you.

@leftcoastrevivals

6 ай бұрын

Thank you! ❤️

Laura! That was magnificent! And yes, you meet so many amazing people when you travel solo. ❤

Oh, Laura.. Watching this tonight makes my heart feel so Happy. I feel blue when Christmas is over & I have to put my sweet things away till next year. Tonight sitting here I feel like it's back. I've enjoyed every minute with You here taking Us All Along! Thanks for sharing. (Mandy in VA.)

@leftcoastrevivals

5 ай бұрын

So happy to bring a little winter magic your way!!! ❄️❄️❄️

Es ist wunderbar,meine Heimat,aus Deinen Augen zu sehen... für uns ist vieles ganz normal und wird überhaupt nicht geachtet! Dankeschön dafür.. liebe Grüße aus Bayern

So glad you made this trip. This is my dream too. Maybe one day :) thank you for sharing. I felt that I was there too.. Loved the snow and the beautiful picturesque cities, absolutely stunning. Thanks for taking me along virtually.

This is an INCREDIBLE video! From the sights, to the history, architecture, Christmas decorations, markets and beautiful scenery, you’ve created a spectacular view with music and fun! Everything looks like a storybook, it’s truly amazing! Thank you so much for sharing your experience and travels! Blessings and merry Christmas!! 🙏🏻

Magical ❤

Yes, I actually enjoy solo traveling. I actually meet more ppl when I’m alone compared to traveling with others.

Nothing like handmade items wow what a wonderful trip beautiful 🦘❤️🐨

This is incredible Laura, it made me feel all warm and fuzzy inside! I’m sending to my family so they can experience the same! Happy Holidays to you and yours!!

Oh my goodness, Laura! The Scenery was just breathtaking! Thank you for sharing your Adventure!!

I’ve been in Neuschwanstein Castle. Beautiful. Wish I was on that trip. I’m living vicariously through you and totally enjoying your trip. So informative as well.

Thank you so much for giving your subscribers amazing Christmas gift! Beautiful video, winter wonderland! Happy holidays for you and your family! 🎄❄️🌟

Wow! I THOUGHT I was in the Christmas Spirit before, but now I'm REALLY in it! Thank You, Laura!

OMG Laura this was an incredible video. A Christmas treat. Thank you. Hugs from Florida. 🎄

Roasted chestnuts (=Marroni) are the best! And they keep your hands warm...

In NY we call those cookies with the jam in the middle Lindzer Tortes. They are heavenly with raspberry

Thank you for taking us along, what a special treat ❤

I am with you on the cooler weather travelling. I've been on several trips with my boots and long underwear. It's usually less crowded as well.

Beautiful

That was absolutely "Magic" that would be my kind of a holiday. Thank You so much for sharing. Merry Christmas!!!

Oh my WORD! Beautiful.. great job! Merry Christmas! So inspiring… you are showing a beautiful side of our wonderful world Thank you! Merry Christmas ❤️

Magical! 😍

So enjoyed this wonderful video of the Christmas markets and scenery in these beautiful cities! It brought back memories from some of my own travels. ❤️🎄👼🏻

Wow that looks amazing 💗💗

Simply spectacular!

Love it!