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The striking yellow facade of Schönbrunn Palace.

Splendor of Schloss Schönbrunn: A Travel Guide to Vienna’s Imperial Palace

Leave a Comment / Travel / September 23, 2024

For centuries, the Habsburgs called Schloss Schönbrunn in Vienna, Austria, their summer residence. What was once off limits to us mere mortals is now a must-see where travelers can spend a day (or more) strolling its halls and soaking up the sun in the sprawling public park. With its massive scale, impressive gardens, and remarkable […]

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The view of the surrounding towns from atop Burghausen Castle.

Discover Burghausen: Longest Castle in the World

Leave a Comment / Travel / August 5, 2024

Nothing captures attention like a superlative. But do they always measure up? When it comes to Burghausen, the longest castle in the world, it does. The imposing castle complex sits atop a hill in Bavaria, Germany overlooking the crystal-clear Salzach River. On the other side of the river sits Ach, Austria. While you could hardly

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A close up of the exterior of the Munich Neues Rathaus, or New Town Hall, which visitors can see inside with a tour.

Inside Munich New Town Hall & Law Library

Leave a Comment / Travel / July 29, 2024

For some, taking the tour of Munich’s New Town Hall (neues Rathaus) is strictly to see the Instagram-famous law library (Juristische Bibliothek). The lavish and beautiful library has gone viral on social media with its wood paneling and elegant spiral staircases. People are eager to snap selfies on those staircases with the towering bookcases in

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View of Regensburg Altstadt from the famous Stone Bridge, or Steinerne Brück.

Day Trip to Regensburg, Germany

Leave a Comment / Travel / July 22, 2024

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. But much of the historic medieval city center of Regensburg was spared. As

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The Town of Duck in North Carolina has a nearly mile-long boardwalk along the Currituck Sound.

Fun & Free Things to Do in the Outer Banks

Würzburg, Germany Day Trip

Leave a Comment / Travel / April 5, 2024

With a day trip to Würzburg, Germany, you can soak up the culture and history of this remarkable city before enjoying one of the locals’ favorite pastimes: sipping wine on the incredibly picturesque Old Main Bridge that crosses the Main River, connecting the Altstadt and the fortress. The vineyards are a surprise in beer-rich Bavaria

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Currituck Beach Lighthouse peeks out above the trees. A visit to the lighthouse is a popular thing to do in Corolla, NC.

Fun Things to Do in Corolla, NC

Leave a Comment / Travel / March 25, 2024

Each summer, visitors flock to North Carolina‘s Outer Banks for vacation. But many won’t make the trip to the northern part of the barrier island. In comparison to Kill Devil Hills or Nags Head, the village of Corolla, North Carolina, is a more quiet destination. But that doesn’t mean it isn’t happening and fun. There

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The 2024 Philadelphia Flower Show features a theme of United By Flowers.

PHS 2024 Philadelphia Flower Show United by Flowers

Leave a Comment / Travel / March 2, 2024

In Philadelphia, you know spring is just around the corner when the Philadelphia Flower Show sets up shop in Center City. The 2024 Philadelphia Flower Show is the 195th year of the show, and each year there is a certain excitement and anticipation as you wonder what awaits. This year, there is no snow or

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Outer Banks in Spring

Leave a Comment / Travel / February 26, 2024

A spring break in the Outer Banks of North Carolina can be just what you need for reinvigoration after the long winter months. Enjoy the crashing ocean waves, sunny skies, and fresh sea air! The Outer Banks in April and May, in particular, isn’t quite at its peak travel time yet. That means crowds are

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Chetham's Library in Manchester, UK, is the oldest free public reference library in the English-speaking world. The historic library is open for tours.

Chetham’s Library in Manchester, England

Leave a Comment / Travel / January 22, 2024

Manchester, England, is world-renowned for many things: music (Oasis, Joy Division, the Smiths), football (or soccer, if you prefer), and being the first industrialized city in the world. But the city is also home to Chetham’s Library, the oldest free public reference library in the English-speaking world. The library has been a source of knowledge

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Tourists can use the Deutschland Ticket to take public transit across Germany.

Germany’s Affordable Deutschland-Ticket for Tourists

1 Comment / Travel / November 6, 2023

Once upon a time, using public transit when traveling could be a nightmare. What ticket do you need? Are you in the right fare zone (or zones)? How long is the ticket good for? Is it good for one person or is it a group ticket? And that’s all before you even consider how to

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A view from atop the hill in Greenwich Park at the Royal Observatory.

A Historic Greenwich London Day Trip

Leave a Comment / Travel / October 30, 2023

Greenwich, London can feel like a world away from the heart of the English capital’s busy downtown. The town southeast of central London, UK, is still busy but with the most popular tourist attractions located more centrally, Greenwich is like a breath of fresh air as you take in its charming waterfront, museums, and historic

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