Lifestyle

Forests are an essential part of Germany. Naturally, autumn is one of the most beautiful seasons around. Golds, oranges and reds are yours to be had all over the country. Get out there and immerse yourself in autumn’s grandeur! One of the chief benefits of living in Germany is that […]

So you want to visit Sicily? Of course you do! Roman ruins, crumbling Greek temples, good food, sunny beaches, vibrant cities, boating on the water, hiking up a smoking volcano …. I could go on and on…. But how do you get there? Most people would fly to Sicily, and […]

Channel your inner Tarzan! Swing down ropes and climb within the trees at the Wiesbaden Neroberg Kletterwald! Located on the top of Wiesbaden in the beautiful Neroberg, this high ropes course offers adventure for the thrill seekers as well as those who have a slight fear of heights. While on […]

As I sat for dinner on my final night in Mallorca, the server bustled over to ask — in her native English — “What can I get you to drink?” I replied and asked her if the kitchen was open for dinner. She got excited, “Yes! Of course. You aren’t […]

When most of us think of vacations, we think of hours spent lazing by the pool, an iced beverage in one hand and a good book in the other. We all work hard, so what’s wrong with a couple of weeks off doing absolutely nothing? The answer is of course, […]

Every year, thousands of German kids carry a “Schultüte” to their first day of school. The cones have been a German tradition for more than 100 years. Although there are no records of its actual origins, the so-called “Schultüte” or “Zuckertüte” seems to have been introduced to school children in […]

Nîmes, located in the south of France, is famous for many reasons. The light is wonderful, which is why French impressionists gravitated toward the area. The weather is lovely, as well. Average temperatures hover in the fifties even during the winter months, and sun is plentiful. If you’re looking for […]