Oktoberfest, Germany After only a week of living in Prague, my first venture into Europe was in the Southern German city of Munich. Under the organisation of an Erasmus student’s events company situated in Prague, we went on a day trip to Oktoberfest. This iconic Bavarian festival was something I have always wanted to experience, especially because my Grandad was a very proud Bavarian. The festival consisted of 17 large and 21 small tents, supplemented by small food stalls and fairground rides. Each tent was filled with singing and clapping and lots of very merry Germans. Many locals and tourists were dressed up in the traditional Bavarian outfits, the Lederhosen…

Spending the Christmas period in Prague was something I was very excited about before moving here. Its impressive Christmas markets are known throughout Europe for being rather impressive. After spending the most part of the festive period in the city, it is safe to say that Prague really comes alive at Christmas. Although it is a beautiful city throughout all points of the year, with its buildings’ colourful and unique architecture, there is no question Prague comes into its own in the winter months. The city’s magical atmosphere at Christmas, the snow falling and being surrounded by the grandest of buildings, really makes you feel like you are in a snow…