News for the Ramstein, Kaiserslautern, Landstuhl & Baumholder military communities in Germany 
The city of Klagenfurt lies in the south of Austria, almost as far from Innsbruck to the west, as from Vienna to the northeast, but just a short drive from Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. It’s a beautiful part of Austria, which includes numerous gorgeous lakes and spectacular views of […]
My family earned some solid Tågskryt over spring break by traveling overland, via train, all the way to Stockholm. Tågskryt is the Swedish word for “train cred” or “train brag” — the very Swedish idea that I can now brag about my trip because I chose the environmental way to […]
One of the first things you need to know about Freiburg is its name. When I looked at the map of Baden-Württemberg, I decided a day trip to the southern Black Forest region sounded fun and interesting. In Germany there are two cities with this name and similar spelling. Both […]
You’ve likely been to the Champs-élysées in Paris or seen the cathedrals at Strasbourg and Cologne. You’ve surely been able to stand up close, beside Big Ben in London and all those were indeed fabulous trips for you and your family. But have you ever seen the world’s tallest cathedral […]
My family and I have been living in Kaiserslautern for almost three years. We have taken countless day trips and overnight trips, and we have had the privilege of visiting 12 different countries. There is one place on our list, however, that we still haven’t visited. It is only a […]
Spring in the Netherlands is a magnificent time of year. Endless fields of colorful tulips line every street, Amsterdam blossoms with floral displays on every corner and the incomparable Keukenhof flower park with its annual flower parade make this a trip you won’t ever forget. Granted, the liking of flowers […]
Many people from other countries, particularly the United States, see Germany as a place that truly ‘gets it’ with regard to wellness, concern for environment, and plugging-in with nature. Since 2009, a series of extended, elevated walking routes is putting Deutschland and surrounding countries in the spotlight of low-stress, interactive […]
The Stuttgart Spring Festival returns to the Cannstatter Wasen as Spring Festival “light.” After a two-year break due to Corona, the state capital gave the green light on Wednesday, March 2, for a slimmed-down version from April 16 to May 8. The opening ceremony will take place at 11 a.m. […]
Though Germany offers plenty of its own Easter markets, it’s always fun to take a trip and experience another country’s traditions. Luckily, one of the best Easter markets in Europe is located in nearby Prague, Czech Republic. The Prague Easter markets are open every day in the Old Town Square, […]
No matter your preference — comfort or the wilds — you can find it in northern Wales, where the food is hearty, the tea is grand, and the scones with jam and cream are sublime. Adventure beckons. Answer the call. You won’t be disappointed. Let’s begin in the ivy-shrouded tea […]
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