How to pack for the holidays like a pro

View this email in your browser Hello! 'Tis the Monday before Christmas, and all through our newsletter, we give you secrets and tips that make seasoned (pun intended) holiday travelers true experts in their field. For example, do you know where holiday spices come from? We do, and what's more, we're willing to share. Meanwhile, in Europe, the season is one of cheer and happiness... but also of some seriously dark and creepy creatures. On a lighter note (yeah, another pun), Amsterdam's Light Festival gives thought to the climate emergency. No matter where you are, you'll probably find our guide on how to say 'cheers' and 'Happy New Year' in 30 languages useful. Try it! But first...   AIRPORTS + FLYING How to pack for the holidays like a pro Some people are totally fine checking bags. They enjoy the cultural anthropology that is airport baggage claim and prefer to breeze through airports with nothing but the shirts on their backs. And for these people, the holidays don't present much of a challenge other than making sure none of their gifts get broken in transit. PACK LIKE A PRO LATEST ARTICLES LANGUAGES How to say 'cheers' and 'Happy New Year' in 30 countries FOOD + DRINK Where your favorite holiday spices really come from RELIGION The 7 creepiest Christmas characters from European folklore SPIRITS + COCKTAILS 7 creamy and boozy eggnogs made around the world NEWS This year's Amsterdam Light Festival embraces the reality of the climate emergency NEWS These are the cities that won't have a white Christmas by 2050 MATADOR CITY GUIDE TRIP PLANNING The Ultimate Guide to Boston Steeped in history, rich in culture, and brimming with energy and diversity, Boston dishes up both vintage and newfangled charm. Historical landmarks dating to the first English settlers in 1630 stand alongside modern buildings of glass and steel. Immigrants helped build and still enrich Boston's many neighborhoods while students at its world-class universities infuse the city with zest, creativity, and talent. Superb local ingredients, like seafood from icy New England waters, form the backbone of many restaurant menus. Add a serious beer scene, hip cocktail bars, and a bounty of cafes, and there's no shortage of fuel to power a spin through Boston — a city brimming with superb museums, stellar sports teams, and super friendly locals. EXPLORE BOSTON ADVENTURE Shinrin Yoku: The Art of Forest Bathing Stuck swiping Insta every day? The practice of "forest bathing" can change your life. Unplug with Mike and Kati on an ancient Japanese trail, learning the creative and health benefits on Shinrin Yoku. WATCH THE FILM FOLLOW US AND FIND YOUR NEXT #TRAVELSTOKE Copyright © 2019 Matador Network, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in at our website. Our mailing address is: Matador Network PO Box 7775 #40021 San Francisco, CA 94120 Add us to your address book Need to change something? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from our newsletter. We'll be here when you need us!