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Historic German Getaways

Historic German Getaways

Germany is a nation rife with history, and each city and village has its own story to tell. From ancient Roman cities to cities that played major roles in religion, technology, and war, this list of five historic German adventures will be sure to tickle the fancy of any history […]

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Weekend fun on a shoestring

Weekend fun on a shoestring

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 […]

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German Wildlife: Get to Know Your Neighbors

German Wildlife: Get to Know Your Neighbors

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 […]

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Follow the German Timber-frame Road

Follow the German Timber-frame Road

For many a road-tripper, traveling through Germany evokes images of storybook villages surrounded by lush forests, castles perched high on mountaintops, or mysterious Roman or Celtic artifacts in unsuspecting locations. Aside from having some of the best road conditions throughout Europe, Germany has taken a lot of the guess-work out […]

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Ortigia: Sicily’s Amazing Island City

Ortigia: Sicily’s Amazing Island City

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 […]

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Luxembourg: Small country, big outdoors

Luxembourg: Small country, big outdoors

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 […]

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3 new salads to add variety to your diet

3 new salads to add variety to your diet

Arugula, Peach and Goat Cheese Salad Start to finish: 15 minutes Servings: 4 1/4 cup pecans 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1/2 teaspoon dijon mustard 1/2 teaspoon honey 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 2 bunches (6 cups) arugula 1 peach, sliced 2 […]

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3 Seasonal Dessert Recipes

3 Seasonal Dessert Recipes

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 […]

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Explore Famous Burg Eltz

Explore Famous Burg Eltz

I remember when we first moved to Germany, I found myself mesmerized by castles. I actually saw a Facebook post where someone mentioned that they had lived in Europe for over two years and they were tired of castles. What? I was seriously offended. How can you ever see too […]

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Germany’s National Parks: Hainich National Park

Germany’s National Parks: Hainich National Park

Even if you’ve only been in Germany for a short time, you probably know that forests are a big deal here. They are an essential part of German culture, representing a love of nature, a connection to a (far more heavily) forested past, and a desire for balance. Hainich National […]

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