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Sometimes, the best trips reveal a wonderland in a place that at first seems like the middle of nowhere. Kellerwald Edersee National Park, which is located in the lovely forested state of Hessen, is one of those places. From spring until summer, especially, the park provides a brilliant experience. You’ll find beautiful lakes, an excellent treetop adventure, a dam walk, an amazing castle hotel, and a wonderful sense of tranquility. Here are five tips for making the most of Kellerwald-Edersee National Park.

There are many reasons why Berlin is a great city. I can’t hope to cover them all, but there is perhaps one thing that draws me to the city more than all other things put together: It is the feel of the city that makes me think it is alive. […]

Europe can be expensive! While it’s nice to be able to travel and the KMC area is conveniently located within four hours of more than half a dozen countries and hundreds of exciting cities, sometimes it’s nice to have fun on the cheap. The good thing is, there are already […]

Getting to know the local wildlife is a part of living in the area. Germany offers a diverse ecosystem with a wide range of species. Foxes, birds of prey, deer and, of course, wild boar live in and around the Kaiserslautern area. There are a number of places that can […]

Sicily seems mythical sometimes. After all, the island has been inhabited since almost after the last ice age. Homer took inspiration from the place for his epic Odyssey. Mt. Etna, an 11,000-foot active volcano, dominates the landscape. It’s a place famed for food, wine, sun, and organized crime. But Sicily […]

In terms of European outdoor adventure, Luxembourg is often an afterthought. This is understandable. Luxembourg is small. It has no Alps. If you’re taking autoroutes, it takes about a half-hour to drive through the entire country, even when roads near the capital city are under construction. But if you’re into […]

With warmer weather comes a number of reasons to get together with friends and family. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party, enjoying a backyard barbeque or serving an Easter feast, these springtime desserts are sure to please a crowd. CARROT PATCH CUPCAKES These cute little cupcakes are a perfect treat […]