A short trip from Stuttgart or Munich, Spend a day in Ulm. Back in the Middle Ages, Ulm was a big deal. It controlled trade on the Danube river- which runs right through the city. The people here are a little different, rather than Hoch Deutsch (standard German), the locals speak Schwäbisch, which is quite difficult for outsiders to understand. Ulm is pretty small, the … Continue reading Ulm
The Beer capital of the World. Famous for Oktoberfest, Munich is right at the heart of Europe. With cannabis getting legalized in Germany in 2024, Munich is sure to be a top destination for travelers, though it isn’t clear yet whether or not tourists will be able to even access legal cannabis. Munich is one of the most prosperous cities in Europe. It’s the capital … Continue reading Munich
Don’t panic! A chaotic, unpredictable city with plenty of adventure for experienced travelers. Petty theft and pick-pocketing are rampant in Mexico City. So why travel here? Mexico city also happens to be home to North America’s only royal castle, an ancient pyramid complex, excellent food culture, and some of the most impressive churches in the Western Hemisphere. As always, landing in a new city can … Continue reading Mexico City
A City in Nature Wandering around Kyoto it’s hard not to feel like you have stumbled into a sacred space. The nation’s ancient capital has more temples and manicured pathways than a peacock has feathers. Gold and silver temples, red gates, slate rock gardens, green bamboo groves, pink cherry blossoms, and purple wisteria vines abound. Kyoto is a feast of color. Once you get used … Continue reading Kyoto
An elegant city immersed in natural beauty. March 19, 2024. The Sound of Music… Salzburg means something like “Salt-mountain” in German. This city, in medieval times was famous for providing salt to central Europe. This salt trade attracted a lot of wealth, and that in turn made Salzburg a center for the arts and culture. The first opera outside of Italy was performed here, and … Continue reading Salzburg
A lesser-known Greek destination. March 18, 2024. So you want to get out of Northern Europe for a bit to escape the cold? Thessaloniki ticks a lot of boxes. History, check! Sea views, Check! Delicious Food, check! A perfect weekend trip to Thessaloniki would include a visit to a few of the many Byzantine era churches, dining on delicious gyros platters, and exploring ancient sites … Continue reading Thessaloniki
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