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Bring your European experience home with you. Here is a list of must-buy European souvenirs to share with friends and family…or keep for yourself!
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National liqueur, Estonia
A trip to Estonia is best enjoyed with a glass of local flavor. That’s why a bottle of Vana Tallinn Winter Spice makes for the perfect souvenir. This liqueur is dressed up with spices like cinnamon, cardamom, anise and nutmeg. Even better, it was elected the Best Estonian Alcohol of 2013.
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Opanak Traditional Shoes, Croatia
The Croatian souvenir of choice is a pair of Opanak. They’re light but durable leather footwear that has been worn in Croatia for generations. Sure, they’re worn with traditional garments here, but they pair surprisingly well with a simple pair of blue jeans.
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Souvenir Shopping, Lucerne, Switzerland
This one is easy. No matter what souvenir you decided to take from Switzerland, just make sure it has the iconic Swiss flag on it. The bold red-and-white flag is often adorned on everything from clothes to mugs to tools. As long as you take home something with the flag, you’ve chosen well.
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Shopping in Slovakia
Slovakia is full of creative, crafty people. So it makes sense that they’re known for their immaculately handcrafted leather goods. That’s why a handmade wallet, belt or even canteen case make for the ideal Slovakian souvenir.
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Jewellery made from Baltic amber, Lithuania
Lithuania has been known for its craftsmanship of amber jewellery for hundreds of years. That’s why your souvenir from Lithuania should be of the amber jewellery variety. Whether it’s a necklace, pendant or brooch, take home a special piece of local jewellery to call your own.
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Celtic souvenirs, Ireland
In Ireland, everything has a particular style to it. To the locals, it’s called Celtic craftsmanship. It’s distinguished by its green hues, intricate but geometric designs and an undeniable level of quality. So, make your Irish souvenir something with a beautiful Celtic design.
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Hand-painted mugs and crafts, Montenegro
Montenegro’s mugs and other handcrafted goods are the souvenirs you should be eyeing on your next trip. They come adorned with bright colours and beautiful landscapes that have a special local touch. Whether it’s a stein, mug or plate, take home something totally homemade.
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Clogs, Netherlands
Traditional wooden shoes known as clogs are possibly the most iconic image of the Netherlands and that’s why they make great souvenirs. They’ve been part of the area’s culture for generations and have been used for everything from labour to dancing. But for you, they’ll be a reminder of your European getaway.
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