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As you discover and explore Europe, make sure to guard yourself from thief. A light-heart, fun trip can soon turn into a bitter lesson.
Be captivated by the quaint town of Blaubeuren. Discover this historic town with its picturesque monastery, half-timbered houses, and mystifying blue waters.
Live the fairy tale by climbing to the top of Rapunzel’s Tower. Head to the whimsical and charming town of Trendelburg for the enchanting tower, beauty views and an upcoming medieval fest.
At the end of February, Bad Durkheim lit up their town Centre for a street party, shopping and wine tastings.
The upper Danube in the Black Forest is a wonderful place to go hiking, and we discovered much more along these ancient river banks in the town of Donaüschingen.
Whether you take a long trip through the Black Forest or a day trip to explore the springs and hiking trails, the towns of Bad Teinach-Zavelstein are definitely a must-see.
Wallerfangen is a municipality in western Germany on the French border. Spending an afternoon here is a great way to embrace the local history.
In the final leg of our Ireland trip, we moved from Dingle Peninsula to one of Ireland’s most spectacular sights….the Cliffs of Moher.
Do you miss this season’s chilly fun? Well come and explore the Baden-Württemberg region as it will not disappoint you.
Tübingen is a town of all seasons delighting the masses throughout the year with its festivals, museums, quaint shops, wonderful eateries, a gorgeous river and much more.
Stroll the Heidelberg Castle’s courtyard and garden, Heidelberg Tun (Big Wine Barrel) and the German Pharmacy Museum (Deutsches Apothekenmuseum).
From now until December 23, get lost for hours under the spectacular lights of the Mainz Christmas Market.
From the coast to the mountains, traveling to Italy is paved with delicious opportunities for discovery! Make Italian cuisine from scratch, enjoy delicious wine, assist with the olive harvest and more.
Head to Prague, Czech Republic this holiday season for an enchanting experience. Families can enjoy the festivities at a Christmas Market, see the changing of the guards at the Prague Castle, have a medieval feast and more!
Take a little history trip at Nürnberg’s Nazi Party Rally Grounds Museum. This museum documents the rise and fall of the Nazi Party in Germany with specific focus on the rallies and trials in Nürnberg.
Have you ever visited one of those quaint cities where you can imagine yourself living forever? I have and it’s Strasbourg, France. It is a picturesque town with cobble stone streets and a riverfront neighborhood with timbered buildings accented by colorful flower boxes.
Make your way to Beilstein, a quaint countryside village tucked into the hillside. You can now can enjoy the beautiful fall colors and a nice glass of wine.
One of the greatest things about living in Germany is the easy accessibility to transportation between awesome places. So many exciting adventures are just a short train, plane or automobile ride away. Paris awaits you!
Looking for something to do in Stuttgart? Simply head to Downtown Stuttgart for fun family events. These on-going and seasonal events include fests, flea markets, a Christmas Market, shopping, museums, great places to eat and so much more!
Amsterdam is known for its canals, museums and historic sights. What may not be known is this city’s delectable food. Learn more about what and where to eat when in this beautiful city.
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.
Germany’s old shoe city has more to offer than shoes including museums, annual events, great places to dine and more!
Koblenz is situated where the Moselle and Rhine Rivers meet and surrounded by four great hills.
Bernkastel-Kues offers a nostalgic atmosphere, street festivals, savory wines and a whole lot more.
Wiesbaden is one of the oldest spa towns in Europe. Established as a Roman fort, today it’s a modern city that has lost none of its imperial flair.
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