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There’s something so charming about strolling through Munich’s Altstadt, or old town. The iconic onion-domed Frauenkirche stands overhead, and you may even pass a local in a Dirndl or Lederhosen. It can feel like a movie, but it’s the big city of Munich! It didn’t take me long to fall in love with Munich, and […]
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Spring is one of the best times to visit Munich if you want mild weather, blooming gardens, beer festivals, and smaller crowds than the Oktoberfest season. From March through May, the city slowly reawakens after winter with biergartens reopening, cherry blossoms appearing across the parks, and major events like Frühlingsfest and Auer Dult returning to
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Philadelphia played a key role in the founding of the United States, and nowhere is that history more tangible than in the city’s Old City neighborhood. This compact neighborhood is home to many of the most important Philadelphia historical sites, all within easy walking distance of one another. If you’re planning a trip and want
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If you only have 24 hours in Munich, you can still experience the Bavarian capital’s grand palaces, historic squares, world-class art, urban parks, and lively beer halls If you only have 24 hours in Munich, you can still experience the city’s grand palaces, historic squares, world-class art, urban nature, and classic beer halls—without feeling rushed.
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Munich is a special spot, unlike anywhere else. The third largest German city, it’s where history and tradition meet modernity and technology. It’s a landscape of Biergartens, not skyscrapers. “Laptops and Lederhosen,” as the saying goes. It’s a city where you can bike through the Englischer Garten in the morning, drink a Maß of beer
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With its location in the heart of Bavaria, Munich serves as the ideal home base for exploring southern Germany and neighboring Austria. From quick S-Bahn escapes just 25 minutes from the city to iconic destinations like Neuschwanstein Castle and Salzburg, these are the best day trips from Munich by train or car—covering more than 20
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The holiday lights may be coming down, but the Philadelphia region doesn’t stop celebrating once December ends. If you’re feeling the post-holiday slump, the best cure is a fresh calendar of Philadelphia winter festivals. From glowing ice sculptures in Lititz to the world-class floral displays of the Flower Show, winter in Philly is vibrant and
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No one wants to overspend when they travel, and Munich is known as one of Germany‘s most expensive cities. With city passes, visitors can theoretically save some money by bundling attractions into a single ticket. The city offers two official passes: the Munich Card (which offers discounts on entry fees and shopping at 100+ locations)
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A standard one-way train ticket from Munich to Salzburg often costs over €30. The Bayern Ticket costs €34 for the entire day. If you are planning to leave Munich for even a single-day trip, buying standard point-to-point tickets is likely a mistake. Whether you are a solo traveler or a group of five, the Bayern
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Once upon a time, using public transit when traveling could be a nightmare. What ticket do you need? Are you in the right fare zone (or zones)? How long is the ticket good for? Is it good for one person, or is it a group ticket? And that’s all before you even consider how to
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Everyone dreams of visiting Japan during cherry blossom season… but what about winter? Despite concerns about cold and dreary weather, I decided to roll the dice and visit in January, hoping for fewer crowds, cheaper rates, and to attend the Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo. And I’m so glad I did! Japan in winter isn’t
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Beer is an integral part of Bavarian culture. From historic monastery breweries to modern craft beer makers, Bavaria offers unforgettable beer-tasting experiences for travelers. Its world-renowned beer festivals, like Oktoberfest, draw millions of visitors each year. For those looking to delve even deeper, the best brewery tours in Bavaria provide an insider’s look at the
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