Europe

Imagine a place where you can go from lazing on a beach in French Riviera to shredding the slopes in the Swiss Alps. A place where you can experience different cultures, ancient history, and lip-smacking food.

Lago di Braies – The Ultimate Travel Guide

31. Mai 2020 by tabithaschr 7 Comments

Lago di Braies is one of the most visited and also most beautiful lakes in Italy. Within the past years, Lago di Braies or Pragser Wildsee in German, became one of the Instagram Hotspots everyone wants to see and experience.

Unfortunately, most people conceal some things you absolutely NEED to know about this place. That’s why I decided to write this ultimate guide with everything you need to know: history and legend of Lago di Braies, best photography spots, how to get there, and the best things to do.

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Day Trip to Beautiful Linz am Rhein

24. Mai 2020 by tabithaschr 21 Comments

Linz am Rhein is another beautiful and charming village on the Rhine River that invites you to stroll through historic cobblestoned streets and admire picturesque half-timbered houses. Since I’m obsessed with these fairytale villages, I couldn’t resist visiting Linz am Rhein. Here’s everything you need to know to plan your trip to Linz am Rhein.

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5 Photo Worthy Day Trips from Cologne

17. Mai 2020 by tabithaschr 9 Comments

Cologne is a great place to base yourself when exploring the Rhine Valley. Since I live in Cologne anyways, I love to explore the surrounding region. Here, I compiled a list of my favorite photo worthy day trips from Cologne. All of these destinations can be reached by car or by public transport.

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Guide to Schloss Drachenburg / Drachenburg Castle

16. Mai 2020 by tabithaschr 8 Comments

Did you know that Germany has over 25,000 castles, fortresses, and ruins? Drachenburg Castle is located in Königswinter, in western Germany, and was built in record time within two years. Unfortunately, the castle itself was badly damaged in the last days of World War II and despite extensive restorations from 1995 to 2010, bullet holes can still be seen on the Rhine-side facade.

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My own Germany Bucket List

13. Mai 2020 by tabithaschr 7 Comments

To me, Germany is one of the most underrated countries in the world. Most people think that Germany is mainly Bavaria and the popular Oktoberfest and although these are of course fixed and important parts of Germany, Germany has a lot more to offer. If you’re searching for the best or most interesting things to do in Germany, want to explore this country a bit more off the beaten path and yet not miss the famous sights, then this post is for you since it’s basically my very own Germany bucket list.

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Guide to the Fairytale Village of Bacharach

13. Mai 2020 by tabithaschr 8 Comments

A small charming town on the Rhine River invites you to stroll through historic alleys and fascinates not only with small corners of the old wine trading place but also with its many half-timbered houses. Bacharach is a picturesque village with wonderful flair and character.

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Mainz Day Trip: Sights, Food, and Insider Tips

8. Mai 2020 by tabithaschr 6 Comments

We spontaneously decided to visit Mainz for the first time. After all, Mainz was supposed to be a beautiful city, and we persuaded ourselves to take a walk along the Rhine, a fresh glas of wine and exploration tours through half-timbered streets, which we liked straight away and reminded us a little of our last visit to Monschau.

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How to visit the Geierlay suspension rope bridge in Germany

8. Mai 2020 by tabithaschr 3 Comments

For one and a half years, the Geierlay suspension rope bridge was the “longest suspension rope bridge in Germany”. The title had to be handed in in 2017, which is why the Geierlay is known today only as the “most beautiful” suspension rope bridge in Germany. Nevertheless, the breathtaking rope bridge attracts several hundred thousand visitors annually. In the first two years after the opening, 400,000 people made it into the otherwise unknown region.

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13 Instagram Spots in Cologne, Germany

6. Mai 2020 by tabithaschr 10 Comments

Cologne is a city with its own, very authentic charm, character and above all a good dose of joie de vivre. Besides that, there are numerous Instagram Spots in Cologne and the Cologne area which make it the perfect city to base yourself and explore the surrounding area.

The city is of course particularly well attended for the annual carnival, but has a lot more to offer. Even if Cologne is one of the largest cities in Germany, you can often have the feeling that you are walking around in a cute little town and it is not uncommon for strangers to feel completely at home.

In addition to a beer with friends on the Rhine River, parties in Germany’s best club and countless interesting museums, Cologne has one thing above all: beautiful corners. And that’s exactly what I want to show you today: Where to take the most beautiful photos in Cologne?

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13 Fairytale Villages in Germany You Need To Know

3. Mai 2020 by tabithaschr 7 Comments

Today, I’m going to show you 13 fairytale villages in Germany that spread out their vibes with winding cobblestone alleys, medieval townhouses and countless photo spots.

Those of you who have Germany on their bucket list probably dream about enchanting castles and palaces, alpine views in Bavaria, attending the Oktoberfest and drinking beer or the industrial culture. But there is so much more that Germany has to offer.

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