Looking for the best holiday light displays near Philadelphia? From elaborate garden light shows and traditional Christmas villages to drive-through displays and free neighborhood decorations, there are plenty of ways to enjoy the holiday season around southeastern Pennsylvania and beyond. This guide covers some of the best places to see Christmas lights in and around
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Finding a good German gift can be a little trickier than it sounds. There are plenty of stereotypical choices out there, but if you’re looking for something that feels genuinely German without the kitsch, there are plenty of interesting options. Some of my favorites on this list are the things that combine German craftsmanship with
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Frequently, in the introductions to these features for learning German with film, I mention how you may already be familiar with the actor from their work in English-language cinema. But for Tom Wlaschiha, it’s a major highlight. Among his numerous roles in English, he has been Jaqen H’ghar in Game of Thrones, Dmitri Antonov in
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The Outer Banks of North Carolina have something for just about every type of traveler, from long stretches of beaches and historic sites to outdoor activities and small coastal towns. There are miles of beaches, historic sites like the Wright Brothers Memorial and Roanoke Island, outdoor adventures like hang gliding, and a laid-back attitude. This
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After nearly two weeks in Munich in August, I was ready to escape the crowds at every turn. So I took my first day trip to Nuremberg, Bavaria‘s second-largest city. Nuremberg is so full of history, art, and food that finding things to do is easy. From its medieval Old Town and Imperial Castle to
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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. Regensburg, however, is remarkable for how much of its historic center survived the
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With his tall, striking presence and background as a classically trained musician, Sabin Tambrea brings a unique, poetic intensity to the screen. Whether he is portraying historical royalty or a desperate man on a safety helpline, his clear diction and emotive performances make him an excellent subject for anyone looking to improve their German through
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The Outer Banks doesn’t have three national parks in the traditional sense. Instead, the National Park Service manages three major sites here: Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Wright Brothers National Memorial, and Fort Raleigh National Historic Site. Each site is remarkably different. Cape Hatteras is a sprawling seashore with beaches, lighthouses, and coastal wildlife, while the
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Looking for one of the prettiest towns in Germany? Bamberg is famous for its remarkably preserved medieval Old Town, dramatic Altes Rathaus perched on an island in the river, UNESCO World Heritage status since 1993, and distinctive smoked beer. Whether you’re planning a Bamberg day trip from Munich or Nuremberg or simply exploring northern Bavaria,
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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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