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Eight Destinations that Make Us Dreamy-eyed
Blog: Seat of Our Pants - 22 April 2011
We may not be on the road at the moment, living as we do in the great comforts of our San Francisco apartment. There are times, though, when we take a bit of time away from our busy schedules to poor over maps and travel guides, dreaming of the next trip. In anticipation of [...] No related posts. Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.
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A Raw Truth: Dachau Memorial Camp, Germany
Blog: The Travel Project - 20 April 2011
This is a day I’ll never forget and it will stay with me till the day I die. I felt like I had never felt before, my soul was ripped apart then put back together in a fashion that is unfavourable.
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Going Back – Lonely Planet Blogsherpa Carnival #21
Blog: No Beaten Path - 1 April 2011
Some great posts about going back and visiting somewhere you have been before.
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7 Things To Do in Berlin for Under 10 Euros
Blog: Two Backpackers - 31 March 2011
Reichstag Building, Berlin by rs-foto, on Flickr Even on a backpacker’s budget there’s plenty to see and do in Berlin. Here’s our guide to seven great things to do in Berlin for less than €10 Euros, perfect for those travelling on a shoestring. 1. Take a Stroll Through Berlin’s Past Branderburg Gate by Raul DS, [...]
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7 Things To Do in Berlin for Under 10 Euros
Blog: Two Backpackers - 31 March 2011
Reichstag Building, Berlin by rs-foto, on Flickr Even on a backpacker’s budget there’s plenty to see and do in Berlin. Here’s our guide to seven great things to do in Berlin for less than €10 Euros, perfect for those travelling on a shoestring. 1. Take a Stroll Through Berlin’s Past Branderburg Gate by Raul DS, [...]
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Going back to Berlin
Blog: The Turkish Life - 26 March 2011
What I remembered most about Berlin was the cranes. They towered over the city, sprouting from blocked-off squares and empty lots and half-finished buildings.
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Lady in Dresden
Blog: A Lady in London - 24 March 2011
The New York Times is stalking me. It must be. At least the travel section, anyway. Why else would it always publish an article or a “top places to visit this year” list featuring a place to which I just booked a trip? First it happened with Namibia. Then Sri Lanka. Then Santiago. And finally [...]
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Crveni Krst Concentration Camp in Nis, Serbia
Blog: Vagobond.com - 22 March 2011
Travel is about seeing things that broaden your experience and while I've never had any desire to see a Nazi Concentration Camp as either a victim or a tourist, when I found out that there was one in Nis, I decided it was important to visit. Plus, it felt in keeping with the whole creepy vibe my trip to Serbia had taken.
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Lady in Berlin
Blog: A Lady in London - 17 March 2011
Last November I went to the World Travel Market, a big London travel trade show. In the three days I was there, I gallivanted around the globe, visiting countries from Africa to Asia and beyond. While there, I met some great hotels, tour operators, and travel companies, many of which I have since visited. Not [...]
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Frankfurt – Not as Boring as You Might Think
Blog: Landlopers - 14 March 2011
My time in Germany was brief, less than a day, and my host Lufthansa was good enough to coordinate a tour of Frankfurt during the frantic weekend. In talking with people before and after the trip though, I quickly realized that there exists the somewhat...
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‘Round the World Music (The List)
Blog: The Adventures of D - 11 March 2011
Once traveling has been completed, there are few things more precious than the memories of the experience. I am always giddy when something unexpected triggers a magical moment of Delicious Travel Recall. It can be something as little as sitting outside on a breezy warm night grasping a cup of hot beverage that takes me [...]
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Frankfurt Wine Trolley – Drunk Sightseeing at its Best
Blog: Landlopers - 9 March 2011
Frankfurt is a very serious town. Not only is it the heart of the German economic machine, but it also serves as the home of the European Central Bank, making it a city of global financial interest. In spite of, or maybe because of, this...
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Walking Berlin in an Easy Day Trip
Blog: Living the Dream: RTW - 7 March 2011
Berlin is one of those cities that just doesn't seem to catch a break. Between the great wars and becoming a city divided, Berlin hasn't seen a great reconstruction except in the last 20 years. Even now the city is still growing and rebuilding with tons of new projects and
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Behind the Scenes at Frankfurt Airport – Lufthansa Hangar Tour
Blog: Landlopers - 7 March 2011
At the kind invitation of Lufthansa, I spent a whirlwind weekend exploring the newest A380 to enter their fleet, as well as explore the Lufthansa base at Frankfurt Airport. Part of this unique experience was a guided tour through the Lufthansa Technik hangars. Lufthansa Technik...
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Sleep Overs: Cologne And The Schloss Effect
Blog: Uncommontravel - 4 March 2011
A schloss -- a german castle -- is not necessarily all it’s made out to be. This one seemed to gobble up guests. I couldn’t find anyone else staying there. At times I couldn’t even find myself.
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The Most Expensive Bathroom in Europe
Blog: Landlopers - 2 March 2011
On a recent, and very brief, trip to Frankfurt, Germany, I took advantage of an excellent tour of the city furnished by Frankfurt am Main tourism. The tour was both bus based as well as on foot, and was an excellent introduction to this important...
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Live from Frankfurt – Lufthansa’s Inaugural Service to the United States at JFK
Blog: Landlopers - 28 February 2011
On Monday, February 28th, Lufthansa will achieve a major milestone for the airline, with the inaugural service of their newest A380 mega plane from Frankfurt to New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport. This is Lufthansa’s fifth A380 and the first one to service North...
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Exploring Bavaria, Germany with Kids
Blog: Ciao Bambino! - 23 February 2011
The archetypical things you picture when you think of Germany — lederhosen, castles, the Alps, beer, Maypoles, and folk festivals — are all found in the beautiful fairytale region of southern Bavaria, the largest and oldest federal-state in Germany. Historical buildings and stunning landscapes, friendly rural and city folk, make this a great family travel destination. Let’s start with food, since many of us are challenged ...
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New beergeek.TV Episode – Euro Christmas 2010 Part I
Blog: thebeergeek.com - 21 February 2011
“Euro Christmas 2010 Part I” is the latest episode of One Pint at a Time. Our whirlwind European tour covered six cities in six countries over two weeks. The non-stop itinerary included two favorites, London and Dublin; two new cities, Hamburg and Copenhagen, as well as two that we wanted to explore further, Amsterdam and [...]
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Seek out the Hidden Hot Spots of Berlin
Blog: Heather on her travels - 19 February 2011
If you want recommendations for lesser known places to see in Berlin, this article from Yuli Linssen Kaminitz will send you to seek out an artist’s warehouse, an abandoned theme park, an inexpensive bus tour to see the sights, not to mention unusual places to stay or find live music and nightlife.
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Romantic Destinations for Solo Travelers
Blog: Solo Traveler - 5 February 2011
Looking for a little romance? The kind a solo traveler can enjoy? Here you go. Four wonderful and romantic destinations without couples hanging off each other.
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Family Ski Holidays in Europe: Where Can Kids Ski Free (Part 2)?
Blog: Ciao Bambino! - 25 January 2011
It's time for part 2 of our report on where kids can ski free in Europe (yesterday we covered Switzerland and France). I spent the morning calling ski resorts in Austria, Germany, and Italy. Most resorts in these countries offer some kind of free skiing for very young kids.
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Walking the Streets of Strasbourg in Alsace, France
Blog: Video Diary of an American in France - 14 January 2011
In August, for my birthday, we took a trip to Alsace. We drove so we spent two of the four days in the car and only two days to see the cities.
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Freiburg, Germany Wishes You Were Here
Blog: Suzy Guese - 31 December 2010
This week’s Wish You Were Here post comes from Andrew Couch of Grounded Traveler. Andrew left the US to pursue work in Germany, where he became an expat, living and doing as the Germans do. Be sure to check out Grounded Traveler, follow Andrew on Twitter and enjoy Freiburg, Germany through his eyes. My newly [...]
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Rolf’s Must-See Holiday Lights, Big Beers and More
Blog: Broke-Ass Stuart's Goddamn Website - 15 December 2010
If you’ve been looking for an excuse to wear sunglasses indoors without looking like a total douche, German restaurant and bar Rolf’s just might be it.
