From whiskey trails to wine regions, here’s what to expect when you book with Extended Escapes. Planning a big trip feels like a full-time job…one that involves too many browser tabs, too many Reddit reviews, and too little time. That’s where I come in. I design custom travel experiences for people who love exploring but don’t love the planning part.

When I planned my Christmas market trip through Europe, I had one mission: experience all of it . The mulled wine. The twinkle lights. The bratwurst. The chaos. The cozy. It was a bucket-list trip, and I was ready to lean in. But for all the reels and Pinterest boards promising magical vibes, there were a few surprises, and a few lessons, that no one really tells you about. So here’s my tell-all (with wine-stained gloves and a suitcase full of ceramic mugs to prove it), Q&A-s

If your love language is a hot drink and a passport stamp, this one’s for you. This December, skip the cookie-cutter snow globes and lean...