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Dominic Picksley

Netherlands the top destination for Christmas market lovers

It’s Christmas market time again when people flock to historic cities in the UK, like Winchester, Lincoln and York to immerse themselves in the festive season and join the masses as they indulge in mulled wine and bratwursts, while eyeing out sellers’ wares as they look to pick up a bargain or three.

Over on the continent, Europe’s most popular markets have also opened back up again following two years of cancellations, with bookings bigger and better than ever. But which ones are the most popular to venture to in 2022?

New data from online travel agent loveholidays shows bookings to Christmas market destinations are up 29 per cent this month compared to December 2019, with tourists rushing back after two years of scuppered getaway plans. And it is The Netherlands where visitors look to be flocking to, with with bookings up 51 per cent this December.

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