Ulm: the birthplace of Einstein, home of the tallest church in the world, and a city with some adorable half-timbered buildings. How’s that for a rap sheet? Ulm is a must-see in the German state of Baden-Württemberg, and it makes for a great Saturday visit with fresh markets for strolling and cobblestone neighborhoods for exploring. We…
25 Things to Do When You Can’t Travel
You know that feeling when you just want to go somewhere? You want to travel, have an experience, try something new, and not spend the weekend watching Netflix and eating pizza. I have this feeling often. But sometimes travel just isn’t realistic. Money and time are usually the biggest reasons I can’t travel, and I…
More Travel Style for Early Spring in Germany
When my husband and I decided to spend some time seeing cathedrals and castles in Baden-Württemberg for a weekend, I ended up packing 3 hats. For a two day trip! Sounds kinda silly but I’ll have you know that I ended up wearing every single one of ’em. Packing for early spring in Germany is hard….
Hiking to the Eagle’s Nest in Berchtesgaden, Germany
Maybe you like hiking and can’t get enough of exploring the Alps. Perhaps you’re a fan of World War II history and want to visit a notable place. Maybe you’re fascinated by incredible engineering. Or hey, what if you just love German food with a view! Those are all perfectly acceptable reasons to visit the…
Get Ready to Ski in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany
Germany’s Premier Ski Resort Town If you’re a skier (or snowboarder) you’ve probably wondered what it would be like to ski in the Alps. What about in the town famous for hosting the FIRST ever alpine skiing event at the Winter Olympics in 1936? How about on the highest mountain in all of Germany? Head…