Wondering what’s up with all those kilts, large meat on a bone and log throwing? Nagold, like other towns, hosts annual Medieval Fests. Step back in time..!
Amsterdam is famously known for its activities for adults but not necessarily for kids. However, here are a few activities that children will love!
The quaint town of Zellertal is situated in Palatinate wine region. Toss in some art and food and you have the enchanting Zellertal Arts and Wine Market.
Take a day trip to the reconstructed medieval castle near the town of Annweiler. Burg Trifels was one of the favorites of Emperor Barbarossa.
Ramabazama is a fun filled paradise for children of all ages. The indoor playground is the perfect place to go for a fun day or a special birthday party!
Take a day trip with RTT Travel to the Black Forest region. Visit a glass factory, a historic farmhouse, a clock manufacturer and even Black Forest Cake!
Wiesbaden’s Schlachthof is the perfect place to dine and socialize. The cultural center has great food, live music, DJs, outdoor sports games and more.
What brings people, couples, friends, towns together to rejoice with great enthusiasm? Love? Freedom? World Peace? No. The answer is: Wine Fests. Every year in the middle of August, the… Read more
Miesau Waldfreibad near Kaiserslautern is a great place forenjoy outdoor fun. There is a large slide, waterfalls, diving boards, a toddler pool and more.
CUBO is a beautiful outdoor pool and a great place to spend a hot day. It has something for all including a snack bar, a lounge area, and a wellness center.
This summer strawberries are on every corner kiosk in Germany. It is not difficult to be tempted to include these sweet gems with breakfast, lunch and dinner. As a child,… Read more
The 2015 Rheinland-Pfalz State Fair was a chance for a variety of businesses, organizations, and military forces to demonstrate what they have to offer.
Freizeit Park Rutesheim (near Stuttgart) offers healthy fun for families outdoors! Activities include ropes course, archery, mini-golf, good eats and more!
Take a scenic tour while having a real workout on a Draisine. A Draisine is a trolley that travels along railroad tracks and is propelled by its riders. Pack yourself a picnic basket or dine at one of the restaurant along the way.
Wiesbaden’s Yours American Sports Bar is truly a place to go if you are homesick for stateside type of sports bar. You can get your “American fix with American burgers, American size drinks, sports décor and lively music.
The charming Bayeux, France was the first town to be liberated after D-Day and is a small tourist friendly town with lots of shopping and restaurants.
The charming, medieval town of Oppenheim is the perfect place to relax, enjoy a glass of wine and indulge your curiosity.
After embarking on a 9 day road trip through France and Switzerland to Spain, we said adios to our waistlines when entering Madrid’s Mercado de San Miguel.
Pletsch’s Saftladen is a local treasure near Kaiserslautern. You can purchase delicious goodies made from the store owner’s thousands of apple trees.
Drehpendel is the perfect recipe for a fun night out with family and friends! It has delicious home-style German and Italian food, drinks Kegel bowling.
The town of Rastatt is a great starting point to begin a regional tour of Baden-Württemberg. It has palaces, museums, great restaurants and much more.
The town of Rottweil has a plethora of sites to see and things to do any time of year. There are Roman baths, museums, towers, festivals and much more.
Wildpark Potzberg features a spectacular bird show that features falcons and Bald Eagles. The park also include other animals, a petting zoo, a restaurant, and so much more.
The first thing you notice about Klaus Hartmann is his marquee chef mustache and goatee. It is what you would expect from one of the Three Musketeers, curled at the… Read more
Tortilla de Española is an easy to make Spanish dish that can be served as breakfast on the go, an afternoon snack, lunch or appetizers.
Get your creative juices flowing and enjoy the class Paint-and-Sip. This fun and creative class takes place in a great ambiance including wine and music.
Explore the beauty of the lower Taunus Mountains on a pony or horse from the lovely Ponyhof Schanze! Horse lovers of all ages and all experience levels can enjoy an open… Read more
Whip up a quick and yummy pasta dish in ten minutes! Let this be your go-to dish for guests or something to make quickly for your family.
Luxembourg’s American cemetery is a reminder of American sacrifice during World War II. Here lies thousands of American soldiers, including General Patton.
A Kaiserslautern roller derby team rapidly grew into a league. Come help celebrate the Roller Girls of the Apocalypse fifth birthday on June 13-14.
Discover off-grid treasures in the Garmisch region. Explore Oberammergau town, hike the Partnach-Klamm or take a breathtaking ride on the Alpine Coaster.
Stuttgart’s Wilhelma Zoo and Botanical Gardens is the only zoological botanical garden in Europe and has over 8000 animals and various beautiful flowers.
Village festivals is a great way to have fun and get to know your neighbors over a beer and festival food. You can also enjoy live music and much more.
Here are a few tips to help you connect, embrace and enjoy military life no matter the location of your duty station. These tips include making friends, learning the language where you are located, taking free classes and more.
The new shopping mall, the K in Lautern in downtown Kaiserslautern is now open. Get your retail therapy with 100 stores as well as restaurants and more.
Croatia will not disappoint you whether you are a family looking to relax or a couple in search of a romantic getaway. Make this your destination.
The world’s craziest and most colorful 5-km race series in the world will be taking place in 10 cities around Germany.
Lake Ohmbachsee offers a place for walking, hiking, biking and relaxing. There is also a play area, an entertainment, a boating area, a restaurant and more.
Germany ushers in spring with Cherry Blossom Days. Celebrating the blooming of the cherry tree with fests, hikes, food and wine.
A wine and/or culinary walk in the Pfalz is a rite of passage that every American should experience whilst in Germany.
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