Perfect 2 days in Cologne: Your Ultimate Itinerary
The perfect 2 days in Cologne is full of history, architecture, art, fragrance, fabulous food, an ice bar, and a killer hotel!
Germany
Berwartstein Castle: Best Visitor’s Guide 2025
Berwartstein Castle (Burg Berwartstein) is a rare gem tucked away in the Palatinate Forest in Southwest Germany. The Rheinland Palatinate is filled with castles, but Berwartstein is one of the very few that has been restored, and is open to the public for exploration and tours. And it’s still inhabited … Read More
28 Best Day Trips from Kaiserslautern: Your Ultimate Guide
Kaiserslautern, located in the heart of Germany’s southwest Rheinland-Pfalz region, sits in the perfect spot to visit some of the most incredible and sometimes overlooked sites in Central Europe. The number of great Kaiserslautern day trips is huge! From the tombs of Emperors, to World War II sites, to ancient … Read More
Rothenburg ob der Tauber Christmas Market 2024: Medieval Magic Awaits!
The Rothenburg ob der Tauber Christmas market has fast become one of the unique go-to destinations in the world for Christmas market travelers. This German fairy tale town located in Bavaria on Germany’s “Romantic Road” will captivate your heart. If you want to visit a German Christmas market inside a … Read More
Ravenna Gorge Christmas Market: Everything You Need to Know for 2025
Scoring a trip to the famous Ravenna Gorge Christmas market needs preparation. Here’s how to get tickets, how to find it, all the ways you can get there, and what you’ll see at this one-of-a-kind Christmas market. The Ravenna Gorge Christmas Market is one of the most coveted ticketed markets … Read More
One Day in Bamberg: Best Guide to Germany’s Medieval Beer Capital
What’s So Special About Bamberg? Only one day in Bamberg? That’s enough to immerse yourself in this incredible Medieval city, and get a real flavor of life in the Middle Ages. From the mighty thousand-year-old cathedral, to the cobbled streets of the old town, to the best breweries Germany has … Read More
21 Best Things to Do in Kaiserslautern Germany
There is no shortage of things to do in Kaiserslautern, a charming and historic city just north of the sprawling Palatinate Forest in the German state of Rheinland-Pfalz. I’ve lived in the city of Kaierslautern and it’s surrounding area for several years, and think it’s a shame it is often overlooked by … Read More
Rheinland Pfalz Christmas Markets: 2024 Dates and Maps!
The ultimate planning tool to explore the magical Rhineland Pfalz Christmas markets in Southwest Germany! Dates and maps for over 150 markets!
Dinopark Kaiserslautern: Great Fun for Everyone at Gartenschau!
The Dinopark in Kaiserslautern (the Gartenschau) isn’t just a fabulous place for kids and families, it’s a beautiful natural retreat in the heart of the city. There’s plenty to see and do for couples, people with limited mobility, and anyone who wants to spend the day surrounded by beauty, whimsy, … Read More
Speyer Christmas Market 2024 – Our Pick for Best Market!
The Speyer Christmas market wins my family’s “Favorite Market” award for size, local feel, history, food and more!