Weekend in Bavaria
Spring is my favorite time to travel, and Bavaria is especially beautiful this time of year. The sun is out, the flowers are blooming and biergartens are overflowing. A [...]
Germany
Coffee breaks
We’re all creatures of habit, when it comes down to it. Even when we travel, there are still some comforting daily rituals that we like to indulge in. For me, [...]
The sandwich board is your friend
Exploring a new city on foot is a good way to work up a healthy appetite. Oh, but where to eat? Since I like to be spontaneous, the sandwich board is my friend. An [...]
I want to ride my bicycle
“I want to ride my bike. I want to ride my bicycle. I want to ride it where I like.” – Queen. Spring is still a little more than a month away, but [...]
Fun times at the Freiburg Farmer’s Market
When in Freiburg, a stop at the farmer’s market is top of my list. Every day from 7am to 1pm, the square surrounding the cathedral fills with vendors selling fresh [...]
Vintage cars rule!
I guess I’m one of those nostalgic people who think, “they don’t make ’em like they used to”. I love the look of vintage automobiles, [...]
Freiburg, Germany’s greenest city?
With more bikes than cars, a neighborhood devoted to sustainable living and an excellent public transportation network, it would be hard to find a greener city than [...]
Market Day in Mainz
Whenever I’m traveling, I make a point to visit the weekly open-air markets that are so popular in Europe. I like to check out seasonal produce, and see what kind of [...]
New Graffiti
Here’s some new and colorful street art from my last visit to Mainz, Germany and Antwerp, [...]
Two favorite European budget hotels
Airbnb is a great way to feel like a local in a new city, but a good room in a great location can often be as expensive as a mid-range hotel. Hostels are cheap, but they [...]
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