News for the Ramstein, Kaiserslautern, Landstuhl & Baumholder military communities in Germany 
When in Germany, car enthusiasts young and old should make a pilgrimage to the Porsche Museum. It is a phenomenal piece of design and architecture, housing exhibitions that are fun, interactive and informative. This museum will truly get your engine revved up. The building’s huge structure looks like a suspended […]
Hessen is a “middle-German” state famous for its capital, Wiesbaden, the 14th largest airport in the world, FRA, and the adjacent banking city Frankfurt am Main. Unfortunately it took some big hits during the war and though there are still a few cobble-stoned towns left, the main part of history […]
“It’s hard to tell there was a runway here,” my husband says over the chilly winter wind. “True. But they left a few bunkers and pavement,” I respond. “And the tower.” He points beyond the field where there is a tall green airport control tower attached to a long three-story […]
With winter settling in, it’s tempting to stay inside. But, part of staying healthy means getting fresh air and exercise, and Germany is a great place to take walks in the woods. There is a German saying: “Es gibt kein schlechtes Wetter, nur schlechte Kleidung.” It means: There is no […]
If you find you’ll be spending the holidays a little closer to home than you might have liked, don’t worry! Holiday beauty can be found in plenty of places in Kaiserslautern — both expected and unexpected. Here are five ideas to help you make the most of the holiday season […]
Even though Germany is one of the most populous countries in Europe, it still contains forests, mountains, and quiet natural places. If you pay attention, you’ll quickly find that you’re not alone out there. Germany also has a great deal of wildlife that can be safely spotted! “Wilderness” probably isn’t […]
Though camping may conjure images of backcountry wilderness and pop-up tents, there is another way to go: van camping. This is an excellent way to see Germany (or Europe) on a budget. For many of us, living in Germany meant a chance to to travel! Take a train to Paris, […]
For my fellow hikers who enjoyed the great outdoors trekking during the warmer months of the year, there is no need to put away those boots and let Old Man Winter keep you indoors until spring of next year. Winter hiking and snowshoeing are excellent activities for those of you […]
On the night of Dec. 5 German children place a boot outside their front door in hopes they are visited by an iconic figure. When they wake up on Dec. 6 they rush to the front door to find their boot is filled with treats and small toys. The figure […]
If you are lucky enough to find yourself living in Europe, make sure you experience one of its crown jewels, the Alps. Here is a collection of can’t-miss destinations for your next ski or snowboard adventure. COVID Note: Many resorts are requiring reservations to purchase a lift ticket. Check your […]
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