After nearly two weeks in Munich in August, I was ready to escape the crowds at every turn. So I took my first day trip to Nuremberg, Bavaria‘s second-largest city. Nuremberg is so full of history, art, and food that finding things to do is easy. From its medieval Old Town and Imperial Castle to
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In certain parts of Europe, as you soak in the sights and marvel at the architecture, in the back of your mind, you are always thinking about how it might have looked before World War II. This is especially true in Germany. Regensburg, however, is remarkable for how much of its historic center survived the
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With his tall, striking presence and background as a classically trained musician, Sabin Tambrea brings a unique, poetic intensity to the screen. Whether he is portraying historical royalty or a desperate man on a safety helpline, his clear diction and emotive performances make him an excellent subject for anyone looking to improve their German through
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The Outer Banks doesn’t have three national parks in the traditional sense. Instead, the National Park Service manages three major sites here: Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Wright Brothers National Memorial, and Fort Raleigh National Historic Site. Each site is remarkably different. Cape Hatteras is a sprawling seashore with beaches, lighthouses, and coastal wildlife, while the
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Looking for one of the prettiest towns in Germany? Bamberg is famous for its remarkably preserved medieval Old Town, dramatic Altes Rathaus perched on an island in the river, UNESCO World Heritage status since 1993, and distinctive smoked beer. Whether you’re planning a Bamberg day trip from Munich or Nuremberg or simply exploring northern Bavaria,
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Years ago, when I first found out about the Königssee, one of the many lakes in Bavaria, and the Saint Bartholomew Church, a pilgrimage church perched on the edge of the lake beneath the German Alps, I was awestruck. A friend summed it up more succinctly: it looked almost unreal. And he is not wrong.
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Everyone warned me not to go to Japan in the winter: too cold, too gray, too quiet, they said. But the reality? Japan in winter was even better than I imagined. Yes, there were some cold and overcast days, but traveling in January meant experiencing lingering New Year’s traditions, spotting some of the year’s first
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There seems to be little that scares German actor Clemens Schick. He’s had an extensive career acting on stage in front of a live audience. He’s even learned to skydive just for a film role. He’s confident and knows what he stands for. This month, let’s get to know Clemens Schick and learn German with
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Munich’s Englischer Garten is one of the world’s largest urban parks, even larger than New York’s Central Park. After getting thoroughly lost there on my first visit, I believe it. Since then, the Munich park has become a regular destination for me. I love strolling the paths at this giant park and soaking in the
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Wondering what it’s like to ride a Zeppelin in Germany? In Friedrichshafen, the birthplace of the Zeppelin, you can take a scenic flight over Lake Constance in one of the world’s few remaining passenger airships. I took a 30-minute Zeppelin NT flight to see if this bucket-list experience was worth the price, and here’s exactly
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I fell in love with Munich more than 15 years ago. Since then, I’ve returned again and again, exploring everything from the charming historic Altstadt to quiet residential neighborhoods where you’ll feel immersed. It’s the one city I keep coming back to. So, where is the best place to stay in Munich? I actually think
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Sometimes, the most natural and understated performances are the ones we, as the audience, miss. The roles and performances that help make a scene or a production feel real. That’s where actor Hans Löw comes in. His roles transport viewers to somewhere else with authentic portrayals. His ability to disappear into a role makes his
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