Ninety minutes after our flight touched down in Munich from LAX, my husband was downing a liter of beer at a picturesque beer garden. Meanwhile, my children stuffed hunks of giant pretzels in their mouths and I gazed at swans floating in a nearby lake. This scene sums up our glorious week in Munich with […]
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Christmas Markets Around the World You Must Visit
December 1, 2017 Leave a Comment
In many cities, the holiday season is marked by the opening of Christmas markets overflowing with tasty treats, darling handicrafts, and unique experiences. We’re highlighting five of the best Christmas markets around the world to keep your spirits bright. Discover what makes each of these holiday markets so special! Christkindlesmarkt in Nüremberg, Germany The Christkindlesmarkt in Nüremberg is one […]
Fun and Tasty Things to Do in Cologne, Germany
May 3, 2016 17 Comments
Cologne, Germany is known for its gothic cathedral and its unique Kölsch beer. It’s also the birthplace of the world’s first eau de cologne and home to some of the best shopping in the country. Bring a big appetite and good walking shoes when visiting this German city because there’s lots to eat and explore. […]
Rudesheim am Rhein in Germany with Viking River Cruises – A Love Story
February 9, 2016 12 Comments
I learned unexpected lessons about love, agelessness and acceptance in Rudesheim am Rhein, Germany during my Viking River Cruise last spring. I must admit that I was hoping some of the “younger” cruisers (in their 50s or 60s) would join us for our dinner excursion. My 40-something husband, Phil, and I were among the youngest people aboard […]
Marksburg Castle with Viking River Cruises
October 21, 2015 20 Comments
Marksburg Castle was the most fascinating castle have ever visited, and I’ve visited quite a few. It’s not because it was the most opulent or important castle I’ve ever seen. (It was neither.) It’s because our Viking River Cruises tour guide gave such an intriguing glimpse into what life was like during the time of castles, […]
German Romance, Education and Debauchery in Heidelberg with Viking River Cruises
September 10, 2015 26 Comments
Rich with history, Heidelberg is home to Germany’s oldest university, the ruins of a romantic Renaissance castle, and the world’s largest wine barrel. Intrigued? Come along to explore the romance, education and debauchery of Heidelberg with Viking River Cruises. Heidelberg Castle Heidelberg Castle, with its impressive red sandstone buildings and stately position above the River Neckar, evokes romantic […]
Exploring Germany’s Fabled Black Forest with Viking River Cruises
June 11, 2015 26 Comments
Land of cuckoo clocks, fruit elixirs, and its namesake hams and cakes—the Black Forest sounds like a place dreamed up by the Brothers Grimm for their fairy tales. Unlike Snow White, Hansel and Gretel, and Little Red Riding Hood, though, the Black Forest is very real. Grab your crimson cape and a basket of goodies for […]
