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Beer Gardens, Churches, and Pretzels: Highlights of Munich, Germany
While visiting Germany with my friend, we planned a brief trip to Munich and we had an absolute blast! Munich (München) was founded by Henry the Lion in 1158 and is the capital…
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Top 5 Best Cityscape Views of Paris, France
One of my favorite parts of visiting a city is to find that picture perfect view from a higher perspective. Paris offers several different stunning cityscape views – from the Eiffel Tower itself…
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What To Do in Strasbourg, France
Strasbourg is a charming town known for its timber-framed buildings and canals. Strasbourg sits on the German-Franco border, within the Alsace Region of France. The city has a complex history, changing between German…
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Germany Off the Beaten Path: Schwäbisch Gmünd
A thirty minute trainride from Stuttgart, Germany is the small town of Schwäbisch Gmünd. Though a much lesser known destination for tourists, the town is well worth visiting for its architecture, charming alleyways, and…
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A Day in Heidelberg, Germany
Heidelberg is a charming university town in Baden-Württemberg, in southwestern Germany. This picturesque city is somewhat of a hidden gem, with a more small-town feel. Heidelberg is an easy day trip from Stuttgart…
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Day Trip from Dublin: Malahide Castle and Howth
When I spent a weekend in Dublin, I wanted to take a day trip but wasn’t sure where or how I would go. I visited the tourism office and browsed the available tours.…
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When in Rome: Can’t Miss Sites
Rome is a quintessential tourist destination. The capital of Italy, this city is home to so many iconic places! From the Colosseum to the Spanish Steps, there are so many things to do…
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Paris at Christmas Time
I recently posted about Paris in the fall. However, Paris is especially magical at Christmas-time. By mid-November, Paris is completely decked out for the holidays. The city is covered in lights and decorations,…
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Strasbourg Christmas Market
Strasbourg is on the eastern border of France in the Alsace Region. This city has gone back and forth between being part of France and part of Germany, which has created an interesting…
