For an experience beyond that of the usual Christmas market visit, consider embracing a new activity or attending a special event.

Here are events, landmarks and landscapes through which one can connect with some of Europe’s most highly regarded authors and poets.

Paris, London and Berlin hold sites both well-known and obscure where visitors can learn more about legendary American figures.

This time of year earns its place in a European tourist’s schedule through thinner crowds, discounted prices and an overall less frenetic pace.

Here are many of the major events and celebrations taking place in Europe this month.

Travel passes offer an opportunity for not-in-a-rush travelers to take in some beautiful landscapes as they save their pennies.

Scary seasonal thrills and chills abound this month in places such as Ireland, Scotland, Italy and Romania.

Here are a few places to get one’s fill of the visual medium that shapes how we see and move about in this world and bestows us with art, information and inspiration.

Here are many of the major events and celebrations taking place in Europe this month.