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Top Winter Destinations in Europe: Ski Resorts, Cities & Countryside Retreats

Europe is a magical destination during the winter months, with its picturesque snow-covered landscapes, charming Christmas markets, and exciting winter sports opportunities. Whether you're looking to hit the slopes, explore historic cities, or cozy up by a fireplace in a quaint countryside retreat, Europe has something for everyone. In this list article, we'll explore some of the best winter vacations in Europe, from top winter destinations to must-visit winter cities, best ski resorts, and cozy getaways in the countryside. Top Winter Destinations in Europe One of the top winter destinations in Europe is the stunning Swiss Alps. With its world-renowned ski resorts like Zermatt and St. Moritz, Switzerland offers unparalleled skiing and snowboarding experiences amidst breathtaking mountain scenery. Another popular destination is Lapland in Finland, where you can experience the magic of a winter wonderland complete with reindeer sleigh rides, husky safaris, and the chance to...

Thank You Educators - I Appreciate You and All You Do Now More Than Ever

US Teacher Appreciation Week 2021 is here and Google does not disappoint with a new Doodle that highlights 5 awesome stories about teachers. 

Today I wanted to take a moment to add my own thank you all the teachers and educational leaders who are doing so much to support all learners. I am thanking you all as both a parent and an educator. I also know that we all need to make an extra effort to do this more often. #TeacherAppreciation

As an extra thank you, here are a few videos and resources connected to appreciating teachers.  

Teacher Appreciation Gifts (Amazon)The Best Teacher Appreciation Giveaways and Deals for 2021 (We Are Teachers)#TeacherAppreciationWeek (Great Daily Giveaways on Twitter) #ThankATeacher (Great Twitter hashtag to feel the love!)Thank Your Kid’s Teacher for Their Never-Ending Dedication with These 100 Best Teacher Quotes (Parade)McDonald’s, Taco Bell, Sonic among restaurants offering freebies, deals on Teacher Appreciation Day Tuesday (USA Today)
This School Year, #ThankATeacher (National PTA)Thank an Educator Today, and Every Day (NEA)Hear educators’ stories this Teacher Appreciation Week (Google)Show Appreciation with Google Slides (Google Applied Digital Skills)Create and share a #DearTeachers message (Teacher2Teacher)


Beyond this list, I don’t have anything spectacular to give away today other than my sincere gratitude. I do promise that I will continue to do my best to share my appreciation by creating and sharing resources to support all teachers and learners. 

I hope everyone is well and is finding moments of joy when and where you can.  I count my blessings every day that I am lucky enough to be a teacher and lifelong learner. I also want to thank my school, my district PLN, and all of my teaching friends for all everyone does to help me learn and grow daily.

Please feel free to share additional appreciation resources or thanks to a special teacher in the comments below.