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October 28, 2022

This week we seem to be ushering in the beginning of winter. We’re seeing photos of snow-capped peaks and dreaming about our ski trips and holiday travels. It’s got us pondering who really has the best Christmas markets in Germany? Or maybe you’re more of a warm weather seeker and wondering if Tahiti is right for you (Hint: it is). But first Halloween, what will you do to spook yourselves this weekend? We think you should head to one of the most haunted places in the US.

-The editors at Lonely Planet

Nuremberg vs. Cologne: what’s the best Christmas market in Germany?

Prune men and 5 centuries of tradition in Nuremberg or fairy lights and a Silent Night serenade in Cologne? It's too much wonder! You’ll have to choose for us.

Explore these 8 haunted places in the USA

Spooky is the theme of this weekend folks. If one of these haunted places in the USA are within a day’s drive for you, why not make a trip of it?

Hot tip from New Orleans Occultist Valeria Ruelas: If you want to commune with spirits, bring an offering and be patient.

Help me LP! Is Tahiti suitable for me if I’m not a honeymooner?

Amidst planning a winter trip to Tahiti, Senior Editor Melissa Yeager gives us all the best tips for independent travel to this amazing archipelago.

Melissa suggests, among other things, to book a pension. Cultural immersion + budget-friendly seems like a good combo to us.

Heading to Europe’s ski resorts this winter? Here’s what to expect amid energy and cost of living crises

Ski trip planning is in full swing. What does Europe's energy crisis mean for you? Maybe this is your siren call to check out the sustainability efforts at Switzerland’s LAAX resort.

Expect some higher prices and slower lifts, but pray to Ullr for enough snow to make up for it.