Regensburg is a handsome German city on the Danube that’s well worth a visit. This guide covers all top must visit attractions and and best things to do in Regensburg. I also give you tips for visiting and day trip options. I adored medieval Regensburg. Miraculously, the town escaped unscathed from wartime bombing. Its medieval … Read more
Here’s my guide to visiting the magnificent Neuschwanstein Castle in Bavaria. I give you an overview of the castle’s history, its architect, and tell you what you need to see inside. Clad in glistening limestone and strategically perched in the Alps, Neuschwanstein Castle is the most visited site in Germany. The Neo-Gothic castle isn’t a hidden … Read more
Scoping out the most beautiful towns and destinations in Germany? Germany is overflowing with picturesque, historic towns that seem straight out of a storybook. The word “storybook” may seem a tad cliche. But I assure you these must visit pretty places in Germany live up to the hype. You’ll have to blink to make sure … Read more
“There is a castle on a cloud. I like to go there in my sleep.” — Ludwig II, quoting Victor Hugo’s Les Miserables Here’s my guide to the top must visit castles in Bavaria, a gorgeous region in southern Germany. These stunning Bavarian castles were designed and built by Mad King Ludwig II of Bavaria. … Read more
Here are my key must know tips for Germany. These useful tips will help you have an efficient trip to Germany, know what to expect, and to help you avoid mistakes. Having recently returned from a geographical cure in Germany, I learned a few must know tips, tricks, and hacks for visiting Germany. I should … Read more
Here’s my 4 day itinerary for visiting Munich Germany. This Munich itinerary covers all the top must visit attractions and best things to do in Munich. I also give you tips for visiting and optional day trips, if you have extra time. Munich is the prosperous and historic capital of Bavaria. It’s the perfect mix … Read more
The Munich Residenz is a vastly underrated European palace. I’d say it’s on par with Versailles in terms of sheer grandeur, though I may get booed for that sentiment. Too bad, it’s delightfully under-touristed and historically interesting, despite being mostly a post WWII recreation. The Munich Residenz was the seat of a political and cultural … Read more
Here’s my complete guide to visiting the Romantic Road in Bavaria Germany. This guide covers all the storybook attractions on the Romantic Road. You’ll visit medieval towns, historic landmarks, opulent palaces, and towering cathedrals. If you’re feeling romantic, there’s no better place to be than on the Romantic Road in Bavaria. It makes the perfect … Read more
Here’s my guide to visiting the German National Museum in Nuremberg Germany. Weather can be tricky in Germany in the fall. It’s irritatingly unpredictable. I was in Germany during an unexpected fall “freeze,” when the weather flip flopped 30 degrees in a day or two. That’s a bit hard to bear now, isn’t it? Having … Read more
Here’s my guide to the Wurzburg Residence. The palace is a UNESCO-listed site in the town of Wurzburg Germany. It’s one of Europe’s most important Baroque palaces Wurzburg is a small town in northern Bavaria. But there’s nothing “small town” about its vast palace. It’s swishy and luxurious. The palace is so glamorous that it’s … Read more