AMERICANS LOVE THE ORIGINAL CHARM OF GERMAN CHRISTMAS TRADITIONS

United States of America (Press Release) November 27, 2007 -- In Germany and Austria, where the tradition of Christmas markets began, some of the markets are held since over 500 years. Until today that tradition is kept alive and each year millions of Germans and Austrians join the celebrations of age-old Advent traditions, not to forget regional delicacies and handicrafts which are to be found no where else. Beautiful decorated stalls are set at market squares in the historic city centres. Each market and location is very different from the other, local specialities are to be discovered, traditional handicrafts and Christmas music are awaiting the visitor. “This year almost 50% of our guests are coming from the United States” says Thomas Giesick, Managing Director of TOEUROPE GERMANY, specialized in pre-packaging tours for independent travellers. “Visitors from the US are looking for the original charm of the traditional markets. Our most popular tour is the Christmas Magic Grand tour, a First-class Rail tour which combines a visit of Germany's and Austria’s most popular attractions such as Neuschwanstein Castle, Linderhof Palace and Hohensalzburg with visits of a variety of Christmas markets throughout Germany.”