In today's episode, Tyla is joined by a very special guest - her mum, Barbara - to share their recent three-week Christmas adventure across Europe. Hear all about their journey through Prague, Krakow, Warsaw, the English Cotswolds, and Edinburgh as they explore Christmas markets, navigate winter weather, and celebrate Hogmanay in style.

This episode features honest insights about travelling with family, managing expectations, and finding those magical unplanned moments that make trips to Europe truly unforgettable.

So grab a coffee, get comfy, and join this heartwarming mother-daughter travel chat!

In this episode, you'll learn…

• How to plan a well-paced 3-week European itinerary across multiple countries
• Essential tips for navigating European Christmas markets authentically
• The reality of winter travel in Europe (layering, temperatures, and managing the cold)
• How to balance popular destinations with off-the-beaten-path discoveries
• Smart strategies for using European public transport
• The importance of building rest days into longer European itineraries
• Unique experiences in Prague, Krakow, Warsaw, and Edinburgh
• How to celebrate Hogmanay (Scottish New Year's) in Edinburgh

Links & Resources Mentioned

• Custom Trip Planning Services
• EU Entry/Exit System (EES)
• Zakopane Thermal Spa
• Edinburgh's Hogmanay (includes Torchlight procession and New Year's Street Party)
• Willow Tea Rooms Edinburgh

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