We Tried a 7 Day Christmas Market Cruise (worth it?)

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The creators compare their experience of a seven day European river cruise through Germany and Austria to their previous DIY trip involving trains and planes. Traveling via a small ship allows them to visit seven different cities, including Nuremberg, Regensburg, Passau, Linz, and Vienna, while only unpacking once. The video documents their exploration of various Christmas markets, where they sample local foods like Nuremberg sausages, broccoli cheese pretzels in Regensburg, and raclette in Linz. They provide a tour of the ship, highlighting amenities such as the dining room, fitness center, and cabin storage. The creators also include their parents on this journey, noting the ease of traveling as a group of six on a cruise compared to more chaotic land travel. They conclude by ranking their favorite markets, foods, and mugs, ultimately deciding that the cruise was a worthwhile investment due to the efficiency, comfort, and ability to visit smaller towns like Durnstein and Regensburg that they might have otherwise missed.
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This year, we're back for another Christmas market adventure. Regensburg for the win.
However, this is our first European river cruise, and admittedly, it's a little more expensive than the DIY version of Trains and Planes that we did last year.
I think this is going to be the best way to experience Christmas markets in Europe because we get to unpack one time and still visit seven different cities.
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