Germany

The Three Germanys

Post WWII Germany, which is what we see today, has three parts: 1] Devastation in WWII and restored; 2] Devastation in WWII and rebuilt; and 3] Lightly damaged or not damaged at all in WWII. Most of...

Island Hopping in Bavaria

Starting southeast of Munich, a good gateway airport (hint: rental cars are usually much cheaper in the city than at the airport), and traveling west by road or rail: 1] Herrenchiemsee Island with...

The 8 Cheapest European Cities to Visit on a Budget 2021

Europe represents a compelling blend of vibrant culture, striking landscape and rich history on the one hand and a money-guzzling beast on the other. Sadly, European city breaks are far from renowned...

Top Things to Do on A Trip to Germany

As a local, I am offering some insights on what might be most interesting, delicious or exciting on a trip to Germany. Arriving in Berlin, you will be overwhelmed by the sheer size of the city and...

3 Days in Berlin

As the weather in the UK starts to get a little colder and the dark mornings start to set in I'm spending more and more time reflecting on some of my Winter trips away and wishing I could be heading...