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Exploring Garmisch-Partenkirchen

Exploring Garmisch-Partenkirchen

by Amie LaSalvia
contributing writer

Garmisch-Partenkirchen is a beautiful place to visit, located right at the foot of the Alps. Garmisch and Partenkirchen used to be two separate places, but were merged for the 1936 Winter Olympics. It may be a five-hour drive from Ramstein, but it is definitely worth the drive with places to […]

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The house of the Macarons sisters store. Photo by kateafter/Shutterstock.com

A beautiful weekend destination: Nancy, France

by Nate Cairney
contributing writer

Nancy is almost the perfect spot to spend a long weekend. It offers everything you would expect from a French city: culture, amazing food, a fun nightlife, family-friendly activities, green space, historical significance and stunning architecture. Even better, it’s just a quick trip from Germany – and one that doesn’t involve Paris traffic!

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6 Unexpected Reasons to Visit Heidelberg Castle

6 Unexpected Reasons to Visit Heidelberg Castle

by Nate Carney
contributing writer

Heidelberg Castle is one of Germany’s iconic destinations – for good reason. The main gate is breathtaking. The interior architecture is magnificent. It sits high on a hill above Heidelberg and the Neckar River and is packed with history. If you’ve never visited, you should. If you’ve already been, here […]

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Europe’s hidden gem: Pula, Croatia

Europe’s hidden gem: Pula, Croatia

by Katie F. Boltuch
contributing writer

When my friends and I decided to go on vacation together, Croatia was not on their radar. Having heard such wonderful things from my co-workers I did my best to sell my friends on the destination. When words alone didn’t seem enough, I told them to simply search for images […]

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Pool safety & etiquette

by Azure Hall
contributing writer

Nothing is more refreshing on a hot summer’s day than a dip in cool, clear water. While the KMC is a bit landlocked, the surrounding areas offer a number of pools to help you beat the summer heat. It is important, however, to remain safe and courteous when visiting local […]

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Dog-friendly hiking  in the KMC

Dog-friendly hiking in the KMC

by Ronny Juhans
contributing writer

If you are new to the KMC and have your dog(s) with you, depending on where you live you may not have a chance to let your dog run loose, or know great places in the surrounding area to do so.
We will give you some options to keep you and your four-legged friend moving this summer.

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Affordable Travel: Tenerife

Affordable Travel: Tenerife

Story & photos by Thomas Warner
contributing writer

The most affordable non-stop flights to Tenerife depart daily from Frankfurt, whisking people away to a destination that both satisfies the craving for a beach and adventure. A possession of Spain, Tenerife is the largest of the chain of Canary Islands located a few hundred kilometers west of Morocco, in […]

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Beach holidays in England?

Beach holidays in England?

Great Britain is not commonly known internationally as a beach destination. However, England can be a fabulous place to get your beach on! One of the most famous and beautiful coastlines of Britain is on the southernmost point of England — Cornwall. Here are some of the best. Porthmeor (St.Ives) […]

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Medieval Bruges is Belgium at its finest

Medieval Bruges is Belgium at its finest

Bruges, a beautiful medieval city in the north of Belgium, is a destination for travelers the world over. It offers an almost perfectly preserved version of a medieval city that is bustling with modern life. Plus, it’s got monuments, art, beer, and — of course — great chocolate! This city, […]

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Seven things to see in Münster, Germany

Seven things to see in Münster, Germany

Münster is a great place to go on a long weekend. In two full days you will have time to shop, eat, drink and see the sights. Although Münster was heavily bombed during WWII, it has been beautifully reconstructed in the old style. The city of Münster has a population […]

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