Düsseldorf

A little overdue, but I thought I'd share with you the a-ma-zing trip to Düsseldorf, in honor of my parents anniversary. Needless to say it was a great success, although it was a little challenging to keep it a secret from my mom. She was getting a little annoyed with our secretive smiles and knowing looks, but was totally excited when she found out (in the car near the border) that we were going to Düsseldorf. If you like Christmas atmosphere and decorations, I definitely recommend a trip to the Weihnachtsmarkt in Düsseldorf. It's completely different than Christmas in the Netherlands or the UK. After arriving at our hotel around noon, we went for a walk around the Königsallee, the most expensive street in Düsseldorf. I've never seen so many expensive cars and fur coats in under a minute. But lucky for me, there was also a Primark (not on the Königsallee, mind you). The markets itself are spread around the city on walking distances, and you basically follow a long train of little chalets to a platz (city square). Half of these chalets sell food, such a sausages, glühwein, and fruits dipped in chocolate, and the other half sells Christmas decorations, mittens and jewelry. And while walking through the city you can enjoy the illuminated trees, streets and Christmas trees. Düsseldorf really knows how to decorate its city. My parents were so enthusiastic they are thinking about going next year as well! I hope they still let me come along... ;) 

With love and Christmas joy!

p.s. I stole some picture from the internet, because silly me forgot to bring her camera.