To visit the capital and largest city in Germany’s state/region of Saxony today, you might never guess that the magnificent Baroque and Rococco Altstadt (Old Town) we see today lay in absolute ruins after the infamous carpet bombing of World War II.
Most towns located up in the mountains tend to be picturesque both in spectacular setting (of course) and historic architecture. So choosing a top ten is not such and easy endeavor. But lets give it a shot...
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Most skiers and snowboarders don’t associate Germany with skiing. But in fact there are no fewer than 293 ski resorts in Germany. Almost half are in Bavaria, including Garmisch-Partenkirchen, the only one of true international acclaim.
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Frankfurt am Main usually doesn't rate high on the list of Germany's must-visit cities due to its often misunderstood reputation as a staid financial services center. One of Frankfurt's most visible distinctions contributing to stereotypes like this
The 16th-century Protestant Reformation against the corruption and excesses of the Roman Catholic Church was spearheaded by a number of seminal figures, as diverse as John Calvin in Switzerland, Jan Hus in Bohemia, and Britain‘s King Henry VIII of t
These days over the skies of Frankfurt, it seems there are more planes than birds. Not surprising, given that its airport is a international hub that’s a hive of activity at all hours. Its skyline, too, speaks of thrusting commercial energy, opportu
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What comes to mind when you think Düsseldorf? Commerce, industry, and trade fairs, most likely. Hardly a place you’d think of as a holiday hot spot. But as with most other large European cities, there’s another side that not only makes this powerhou
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Oktoberfest Kommt Again - Prost!
Ja, it’s that time of year again: the 183rd edition of one of the world’s most famous parties,Oktoberfest in Munich, Germany, got underway yesterday and comes to a soggy, beery finale on Monday, October 3 (the 2017 d
Whether or not they're shoppers, most travelers love quality mementos of their trips. But "quality" is key, and there are certain items that will always be worth seeking out. Paintings and other kinds of art are a prime example – whether charming wa
Read more…Europe's travel riches are just as impressive when it comes to gay travel, with such an amazing variety of cultures, environments, climates, and experiences – all on the most liberal continent on the planet, thanks to the encouraging social (r)evolu
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All about Germany's exciting capital, from museums to dining to shopping to nightlife. More info: Go-Lo's Berlin group, www.Berlin.de, http://AngloInfo.com, www.Berlin-Tourist-Information.de www.Berlin.World-Guides.com, www.VisitBerlin.de.
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I have several assignments lined up, most of them culinary travel related and I need your help. I am trying to locate publicists who rep restaurants in said cities. Will be in Germany from March 16-27, and in Amsterdam from March 21-23, a
Read more…Christmas in the UK, where I grew up, thrives on tradition. Although conventionally described as a Christian celebration, a British Christmas has roots in ancient pagan festivals, subsequently layered with influences from around the world. In today's
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What images come to your mind if you talk about December in Germany? Snow covered mountain tops. Giant Christmas trees alight. And of course traditional Christmas markets? Munich alone has more than a dozen different markets: from the main market on
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I'm something of a fan of European pop, and an oldie favorite is a 1979 tune from Spain's Miguel Bosé called Noche Blanca en Munich (White Night in Munich), essentially recounting a gay-bar pickup. Now, a quarter century later, when it comes to gay t
Pandemonium has been reigning over Munich for the last two weeks. Hordes of people wandered the cramped streets of the capital of Bavaria in hopes of finding a seat on a wooden bench under one of 14 tents. What kind of madness is this? Answer: The ki
Hi all. I've emailed Victoria a couple of times but haven't received a response. I need images of the Weimar Onion Fest (or of typical onion dishes, even of kuchen, preferably zwiebel, but anything will do) for the blog I do for Restaurant Magazine a
Read more…Hey all. Here's my latest for the Restaurant Magazine blog: http://www.theworlds50best.com/thuringia-the-best-in-wurst-and-onions/9393. Hope you enjoy. Spread the word (spread the waist, LOL?)! Danke schoen!
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London UK- August 8, 2011: City Sightseeing Pass operator the Leisure Pass Group has expanded into Germany with the launch of a Berlin Sightseeing Pass.
The all inclusive card gives users access to 53 of the city’s leading tourist attractions, inc
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