From the United States to Germany and back again, explore these travel posts!
Get ready to feel festive and holly-jolly because the winter holidays are upon us! From Hanukkah to Christmas celebrations in Philadelphia, its suburbs, and throughout the tri-state area, it’s time to deck the halls and countdown to the New Year! But before that happens, there are plenty of winter festivals and Christmas events in Philadelphia […]
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Every local my husband and I met during our long weekend in Los Angeles said the same thing: we had to go hiking in Griffith Park. In truth, a hike to see the Griffith Observatory and the Hollywood Sign was already on my list of must-dos. But hearing it recommended over and over was reassuring.
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Once upon a time, books were a luxury for the privileged minority. Today, with digitization, libraries are slowly disappearing. A select few have become must-see spots with stunning architecture and important history that attract visitors from around the world. Chief among them is the Austrian National Library State Hall, one of the most beautiful places
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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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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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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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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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If you can afford it and it is what you want to spend your money on, luxury travel is great. But what about those of us who do not want to blow out their travel budget on a single trip? The answer is to find the right destination. For example, there are so many free
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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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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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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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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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