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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Munich is famous worldwide for its beer, thanks in part to the Reinheitsgebot, the Bavarian Beer Purity Law of 1516, which originally limited beer ingredients to water, barley, and hops. Each year, Munich hosts its three main beer festivals—Oktoberfest, Frühlingsfest, and Starkbierfest. Whether you’re visiting for a weekend or following a longer Munich travel guide,
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In southern Munich, Germany, the Theresienwiese – home of Oktoberfest – is also where you’ll find the Bavaria statue in Munich. But just beyond the festival grounds stands one of the city’s most unique attractions: the Bavaria statue in Munich. At the edge of this massive festival ground, a woman stands watch. Nearly 61 feet
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For German language learners, it has never been easier to practice your listening skills. Many online streaming video services now allow you to watch German TV shows. There are quite a few German series on Netflix that you can choose from, and most are Original Series that you will not be able to find elsewhere.
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An escape to Lake Chiemsee is one of the best day trips from Munich, combining King Ludwig II’s lavish Herrenchiemsee Palace with the charm of the Fraueninsel—making it one of the most unique palace day trips from Munich. Located about an hour from the city, this “Bavarian Sea” offers a perfect mix of royal history,
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For many travelers, Bavaria is their introduction to Germany. It’s home to many of the foods, traditions, and customs that international visitors often associate with Germany as a whole. In reality, Bavaria has a unique culture and identity within Germany. From stunning castles and palaces like Neuschwanstein, to historic cities such as Munich and Nuremberg,
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