From the United States to Germany and back again, explore these travel posts!
I will admit it: I was intimidated by the Munich Weisswurst. Despite regular trips to the southern German state of Bavaria, I had never eaten the traditional sausage. It just seemed like there were a lot of rules that one had to follow. There are certain ways to eat the sausage and certain times to …
Breakfast of Champions: Münchner Weisswurst (Munich White Sausages) Read More »
When it comes to outdoor activities, Bavarians are spoilt for choice. Anyone who has flown into Munich can attest that the German Alps are amazingly close. They’re right in their backyard. One of those alpine mountains, the Wallberg, offers all the stunning mountain views you’re longing for with just as much exertion as you want: …
Roughly halfway between the Munich airport and the city’s Altstadt, or “old town,” lies Schloss Schleissheim. Centuries ago, the site was merely some average farmland. Today, there are two palaces, a hunting lodge, and formal gardens that are absolutely ideal for strolling. Although not hidden or unknown, Schleissheim Palace is often overshadowed by its nearby …
Munich’s Oft-Overlooked Schleissheim Palace Wows Read More »
Get ready to feel festive and holly jolly because the winter holidays are upon us! From Hanukkah to Christmas in Philadelphia and everywhere in between, 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 and across the …
2022 Holiday & Christmas Events In Philadelphia Region Read More »
Germany is known for its engineering but most of us can’t realistically gift our friends and family a German-made automobile. But there is more to the country than simply fast machines. If you’re searching for a gift for a special and discerning lover of Germany, then I’ve got just the gift guide for you! I’ve …
When it comes to the Christmas holiday, Germany is full of many wonderful traditions. They range from delectable sweets to festive and charming decorations and, of course, timeless German Christmas music. I have pulled together some of the best German Christmas decorations and some of my favorite German holiday sweets to help you to create …
It is well-established that freedom of religion is an essential tenant upon which the United States was founded. And it was part of the motivation that drove many of the earliest settlers to come to America, especially Quaker William Penn’s Pennsylvania. One of the most notable communities, founded in the 18th century, is the Historic …
Just outside of Wilmington, Delaware, not far from Philadelphia, the Brandywine Valley is Du Pont Country. Sprinkled across the region are a number of impressive homes like the beautiful botanicals at Longwood Gardens and the smartly stately Nemour Estate & Gardens. But they all trace back to a black powder yard and a family home …
The Philadelphia Flower Show was once a rite of late winter announcing that spring was, in fact, coming. But as with so many things, the popular event has been forced to adapt. The Philly Flower Show has now become an event in late spring celebrating the season. Now in its second year being held outdoors …
Philadelphia Flower Show 2022 Delivers the Blooms Read More »
Anyone who has driven into Toronto knows the city’s size is striking. It is a bit overwhelming at times. Modern and urban, there is no shortage of skyscrapers or other buildings towering overhead. But its location along Lake Ontario means that small beaches dot the city’s eastern edge and offer a moment of respite in …
In a dense metropolis that is full of skyscrapers, is another New York City observation deck really needed? Well, as it turns out, it is. But not the old-fashioned elevator to the top of a tall building lookout. No, no, no. The Summit One Vanderbilt observation deck takes the traditional approach and turns it on …
In New York City, there is no shortage of museums and attractions. And while many of the city’s museums have a historic background, there are only a few with direct ties to the New York City of yesteryear. The Morgan Library & Museum is not only an important part of history being that it was …
