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Munich, Germany offers a lot in the way of attractions, shopping and great restaurants – everything a big city should have. Three days in Munich will give you enough time to see the major sights, as well as squeeze in a day trip or two, depending on your interests. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links.… Continue reading
Rothenburg ob der Tauber is one of the most photogenic towns in Germany. The medieval architecture and brightly-coloured facades give the town a romantic and charming ambiance. The town is small and compact enough that you can see the main attractions in two days. But I wouldn’t blame you if you wanted to stay longer… Continue reading
If you love history and wine, Trier, Germany is the destination for you. With two days in Trier, you can hit all the major highlights. You can spend the days immersing yourself in ancient Roman ruins, and imbibe in some incredible-tasting wines in the evenings. (Click here to read more about Trier’s wine scene and… Continue reading
If you’re a wine lover, visiting Germany is a must, especially if you’re a fan of rieslings. I’m still on the hunt for a proper riesling here in Canada that compares even remotely to the spectacular, floral nectars we enjoyed in Germany. There are plenty of ways to bring out the wine lover in you… Continue reading
If you only have 24 hours in Cologne Germany and want to make the most of your time, you need to have a plan. There are more than enough sites in this beautiful city to keep you occupied for at least 2-3 days. But even with just one day available, you can fit a lot… Continue reading
On our excursion to Germany, we spent two leisurely days in a picturesque little town called Rothenburg ob der Tauber. While strolling up and down the narrow streets, we noticed a particular pastry peering back at us from behind the glass at several bakeries: schneebällen, or snowballs. The recipe for schneebällen has been around for… Continue reading
A visit to Germany just isn’t complete without seeing the spectacular Neuschwanstein Castle. We booked a day trip through a local Munich-based tour group to get there. The tour also included a stop at Linderhof Palace. Both Linderhof Palace and Neuschwanstein were built by King Ludwig, also known as the Mad King Ludwig. Ludwig II was… Continue reading
Here we are again, time for another liqueur review! This time I’m reviewing a liqueur from Germany called Kabänes Halbbitter. (As a side note, if you see the second “A” in Kabanes without an umlaut accent over it, as it has on the label, you’ll see it expressed as Kabaenes.) We purchased this bottle in… Continue reading
Rothenburg ob der Tauber is easily one of the prettiest, most picturesque little towns in Germany. In fact, this was one of the many reasons we wanted to spend some time here. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. At no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you decide to make a… Continue reading
Landschaftspark Duisburg-Nord in Germany is a prime example of how to turn an old, mothballed industrial site into a beautiful public space. Most major cities have an area or neighborhood that they consider an eyesore. It’s one of those aesthetically unappealing districts that no one really wants to see – especially tourists. Often, that eyesore comes… Continue reading
