Wide-angle view of Hundertwasserhaus, a colorful residential building with lush greenery growing on the roof.

Why Hundertwasser’s Vienna is a Must-See for Art and Architecture Lovers

For many travelers, it’s easy to imagine Vienna as a city of timeless tradition—a capital of sumptuous palaces and Art Nouveau elegance, where the elite waltz the night away in spectacularly lavish ballrooms. That’s precisely why Friedensreich Hundertwasser’s thoroughly modern art and architecture stand out. Think Gaudí meets Klimt. With bright colors (and lots of […]

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Celebrate the holidays with these German Christmas decorations, fun ornaments, German advent calendars, and plenty of sweet treats.

Timeless German Christmas Decorations to Bring Holiday Magic to Your Home

When it comes to the Christmas season, Germany is rich with wonderful traditions. There’s so much to enjoy from delectable sweets to charming decorations and timeless German Christmas music. I’ve gathered some of the best German Christmas decorations and my favorite German holiday treats to help you bring festive cheer to your home. While these

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15 German Christmas Songs You Need on Your Holiday Playlist

Looking for festive music for your holiday party, to wrap gifts, or simply to embrace the Christmas spirit? Whatever the reason, there’s no better time to combine holiday cheer with your German language practice. May your days be merry and bright with these traditional German Christmas songs! Learn the carols and make new traditions and

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With more than a dozen German language learning gift ideas, show your support with a thoughtful gift to someone special, no matter their skill level!

Top Gift Ideas for German Language Learners: Perfect for Any Skill Level

Learning a foreign language like German is challenging! There are no corners you can cut or shortcuts you can take—it’s all about putting in the hard work. But that doesn’t mean learning a language can’t be fun. With this German language learning gift guide, you can show your support to a special someone in your

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Looking for the perfect gift from lovers of German culture? This German gift guide has something for everyone, from housewares to clothes.

German Gift Guide 2024: Top Picks for Fans of German Quality and Craftsmanship

For generations, Germany has been known for engineering, design, and quality products. For those of us who love Germany, there’s nothing better than bringing a bit of the German lifestyle into our own homes. Whether you are looking for a holiday gift, a birthday present, or just a thoughtful token, I’ve gathered some gift ideas

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Learn German with the films of actress Christiane Paul!

Learn German with Films of Christiane Paul

German actress Christiane Paul’s journey to the dramatic arts is anything but typical. The award-winning actress almost took an entirely different path as a practicing medical doctor. Ultimately, Paul’s call to the performing arts proved too strong. This month, take the opportunity to learn German with films and discover more about Christiane Paul!

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Christmas Village in Philadelphia with City Hall.

2024 Holiday & Christmas Events in Philadelphia Region

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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A peek inside the TokyoTreat Japanese snack box for November 2024, Osaka Snackathon.

Exploring Japan from Home: A TokyoTreat Snack Box Review

There’s nothing more exciting than opening your mailbox to find a package, which is part of why subscription boxes have become so popular. One such service is the TokyoTreat box, specializing in Japanese snacks and candy. The team at TokyoTreat kindly reached out and sent me their November 2024 “Osaka Snackathon” theme box to try.

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Learn German with the music of Peter Maffay!

Learn German with Music of Peter Maffay

Peter Maffay is an icon of the German music scene. He has been incredibly prolific and remarkably successful over the past five decades. Maffay has created a unique sound that blends traditional Schlager with good old-fashioned rock’n’roll. And while he has announced he is stepping back from major tours, he remains a dedicated musician and

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Learn German with films starring actor Sebastian Bezzel!

Learn German with Films of Sebastian Bezzel

Since 2013, Sebastian Bezzel has been the star of the Heimatkrimi film adaptations of Rita Falk’s popular book series. In those films he is known as the rock’n’roll-loving and somewhat aloof Bavarian policeman Franz Eberhofer. And while Bezzel has starred in nine Eberhofer films, he is an accomplished actor with formal training and experience as

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Frescoes by Court artist Daniel Gran cover the ceiling of the Austrian National Library State Hall in Vienna, Austria.

Magical Austrian National Library State Hall

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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