Have you ever wondered who and what inspired the German brothers Grimm, who wrote the fairy tales we loved as children? Germany’s fairy tale cities are varied in location and size, and they are all are worth a visit to rekindle the magic of our childhood. So, pack your bags and don’t forget to read the fairy tales again […]
Explore Some of Europe’s Unique Sights
Most world travelers have already been to Paris, London and Rome, so they might be looking for some unique Europe sights to visit. We have compiled this short list of places for those seeking some of Europe’s little known treasures. Europe’s Unique Sights Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia In Croatia, located between the capital Zagreb and the little town of […]
Cycling through Charlottenburg : The Leafy Side of Berlin
You’ve probably heard the common line about Berlin: a poor but sexy concrete Neverland, simmering with smoky bars and clubs that rage to the break of the next week’s dawn. While the racy capital’s hedonistic reputation definitely checks out, there’s a lot more to it than that. On a gloriously sunny, summer day we took a […]
The Best Third Wave Coffee Shops in Berlin
Whether you’re an embracer of change or a stickler for the straight and true, third wave coffee culture has all but taken over much of the western world in recent years. While the old guard in Europe has been slow to accept the modern approach – ever-faithful to Mediterranean habits over single origin roasts and […]
10 Exciting and Innovative Berlin Restaurants
Unlike France and the relatively proximate nations of the Mediterranean, Germany is not traditionally known for its cutting-edge cuisine. Meat in tube form, pork knuckle and vast quantities of bier remain some of the more enduring gastronomic icons that the Germans have spared upon the world (not necessarily a bad thing either). However, in 2015, all […]
Exploring Castles in Bacharach, Germany and Along the Rhine
It happened to be a rainy day when I drove with my friends from Mainz, Germany to explore some castles along the Rhine River; but a little rain wasn’t going to stop us from having lots of fun. The views of vineyards growing up the steep river banks and boats plying their way along the […]
Worms, Germany: A City of Churches
Worms, located on the west bank of the Rhine River, is one of Germany’s oldest cities. Besides the archaeological finds that go back more than 6,000 years, Worms was the scene of several events that shaped European history. It is the site of a medieval epic “the Nibelungelied’ , a story every German child learns […]
Eclectic Erfurt, Germany
You’ll find an Eclectic Mix of Attractions in Erfurt: A Rich Religious History, Awesome Outdoor Operas, a Formidable Fortress, and an ancient Merchant Bridge. Oh Yes, . . . and a Puppet Maker and Delicious Dumplings. I’ll always remember the ancient city of Erfurt for its sheer variety of jaw dropping sights packed into a […]
A Day with Frederick the Great and Sans Souci in Potsdam
When it comes to popular north German destinations, Berlin certainly hogs its share of the attention. Yet to visit Berlin alone would mean ignoring the multitude of equally fascinating locations near and around. One of the more impressive is much closer than you’d think, a conveniently short U-Bahn ride from the capital itself. Welcome to […]
Discovering Berlin’s Bohemian Rixdorf
It’s one of those crisp, grim Berlin days, the kind that makes you feel like you’ve walked into a refrigerator as soon as you leave the front door. I’ve decided to take a walk down Sonnenallee (sun alley) in the Neukolln neighbourhood, a busy strip lined with Turkish doner restaurants, Arabic groceries and Internet cafes. […]