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The GREATest BRITAIN road trip, Part 4: Lake District, England

The GREATest BRITAIN road trip, Part 4: Lake District, England

As we slowly make our way north, we arrive back in England. In Lake District, to be exact. Otherwise known as Lakelands or just The Lakes and located in the county of Cumbria in the north-west of England, it’s less than a 3-hour drive from Llandudno in Wales. With a […]

February 9, 2024 ×

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Hafenwelten in Bremerhaven

Hafenwelten in Bremerhaven

Anyone that has moved to Germany will sooner or later hit upon the term “Bremerhaven,” either in conjunction with a vehicle being shipped there or household goods arriving at the port. Some may have personally traveled to the city at the mouth of the Weser River to pick up or […]

February 2, 2024 ×

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The GREATest BRITAIN road trip, Part 3: Wales

The GREATest BRITAIN road trip, Part 3: Wales

Wales is one of those countries that people tend to forget exists, which is a real shame. I admit, before my first trip there a few years back, I had no clue where it was, what it was and that it boasted such stunning national parks. But now that I […]

February 2, 2024 ×

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Germany’s National Parks: Saxon Switzerland National Park

Germany’s National Parks: Saxon Switzerland National Park

It might surprise you to learn that Saxon Switzerland National Park is nowhere near Switzerland. In fact, the park is nestled just against Czech Republic. Don’t let that deter you from planning a visit, though. The park is captivating, mountainous and scenic (which how it got its name…it offers jaw-dropping […]

January 26, 2024 ×

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The GREATest BRITAIN road trip, Part 2: Bath, Roman Spa City

The GREATest BRITAIN road trip, Part 2: Bath, Roman Spa City

In the Summer of 2018, I felt I had seen and written enough (for now) about Germany and the United States and decided it was time for something new. So I packed up a little Mini Countryman and embarked on what I would call the GREATest BRITAIN road trip. A […]

January 26, 2024 ×

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The GREATest BRITAIN road trip, Part 1: Bruges, Dover, Stonehenge

The GREATest BRITAIN road trip, Part 1: Bruges, Dover, Stonehenge

In the Summer of 2018, I felt I had seen and written enough (for now) about Germany and the United States and decided it was time for something new. So I packed up a little Mini Countryman and embarked on what I would call the GREATest BRITAIN road trip. A […]

January 19, 2024 ×

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Seven ideas to experience Germany like a German

Seven ideas to experience Germany like a German

Each year many people set New Year’s resolutions: some they keep and some they don’t. To have an incredible experience while living in Germany, here are seven New Year’s resolutions you should definitely keep! Shop at German food stores. Perhaps try to shop for your groceries there for a full […]

January 19, 2024 ×

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Why your New Year’s resolution should be travelling by yourself

Why your New Year’s resolution should be travelling by yourself

“I have found out that there ain’t no surer way to find out whether you like people or hate them than to travel with them.” ~Mark Twain People often ask me if I get bored when I travel alone and the answer is always no. Sometimes it’s people-watching over expensive […]

January 12, 2024 ×

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Germany’s National Parks: Black Forest National Park

Germany’s National Parks: Black Forest National Park

The Black Forest is world-famous, for good reason. The thickly wooded, mountainous terrain has a powerful mystique that goes far beyond its cuckoo-clock reputation. It is also home to one of Germany’s most beautiful national parks, which offers four-season hikes, diverse animal life, waterfalls, lakes, and day trips to fantastic […]

December 22, 2023 ×

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Winter camping in Germany: Four great locations

Winter camping in Germany: Four great locations

You might be asking yourself: Who is crazy enough to go camping in Germany during the winter? After all, nighttime temperatures generally dip to freezing by November. But this can be one of the best adventures of your life. All it takes is proper planning, the right gear, and the […]

December 15, 2023 ×