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The routes, the regions, and the villages most visitors drive past. Eight years of Sundays working out which way to point the car, so you can just follow along.
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7 Wine Experiences in Germany You Have Never Heard Of
Yoga between the vines, a murder to solve, and vending machines in the forest When you move to a wine
Wine Walks in Southwest Germany: What a Weinwanderung Is and How to Do One
Your guide to German wine walks, what happens, what to bring, and how to find one. Living in Europe, especially
Getting Around Europe by Train: A Beginner’s Guide
Reservations, passes, booking, and the things you need to know if you are traveling or just arriving. In the United
Train travel made easy. The 101
In the United States, a train ticket is a train ticket. You buy it, you get on, you find a
German Etiquette: Why You Should Care
The unwritten rules that decide whether you are tolerated or included, plus the dos and don’ts you need to know.
Eating Out in Germany: What to Expect
Fork-and-knife fries, paying for water, and why nobody is rushing you out the door. The things I wish someone had
Where shall we go?
A day out close to home, a weekend away, or a scenic route with plenty of reasons to stop. Find your next adventure through the places I’ve explored and the discoveries worth sharing.
Weekend Getaways
A few days away can feel like a proper escape. Find places to stay, things to do, and stops worth making along the way.
Scenic Routes
Sometimes the road is the reason to go. Explore Europe’s Strasses and scenic routes through vineyards, forests, and villages that deserve a stop.
Day Trips from SW Germany
There’s so much within a day’s reach of southwestern Germany. Discover towns, castles, walks, and cross-border adventures you can enjoy without packing an overnight bag.