News for the Ramstein, Kaiserslautern, Landstuhl & Baumholder military communities in Germany 
Looking for a great day trip from Kaiserslautern? Look no further than Homburg, which is around 25 miles west of Kaiserslautern and 16 miles west of Landstuhl. Rapidly approaching its 800th birthday, this picturesque market town offers so much to do — from caves and hiking to brewery tours and […]
When Americans think about Germany, they usually think of Bavaria first. This isn’t surprising since Bavaria is the origin of export hits like the Oktoberfest, traditional lederhosen, dirndl and good old German beer. But there’s a lot more to do in Germany’s biggest state! Bavaria scores with its rich culture […]
Conveniently nestled in the foothills of the Alps, Hohenschwangau Castle is undoubtedly one of the most strategically placed and well-built fortresses of all time. Inside the castle, visitors get an impressive view of the neighboring nation of Austria. The castle also offers a spectacular vantage point of the rolling plains, […]
Close to the Rhine River, Speyer is a town in the Rhineland-Palatinate. The town is certainly an ancient one as it was recorded on one of the Greek geographer Ptolemy’s maps, dated 150 AD, as Noviomagus. In fact it is one of the oldest cities in Germany. There are many […]
Although Valentine’s Day has long been celebrated in one form or another, the essentials have evolved to be about the same in Germany as in the U.S. — namely, it’s a day to show how much you love your loved ones! Fortunately, you are living in a country that can […]
If you are looking for a change in scenery, culture, and adventure outside of Germany this winter season it can all be found in Zell Am See, Austria. Located a little over 7 hours by car from the KMC area this winter sport region is worth the drive. My first […]
Living in Germany can be an amazing, life-changing experience. But let’s be honest. The winters are dark. Real dark. Fortunately, Germany’s central location offers a way for light-seekers to find the sun…which often isn’t as far away as you might think! In Germany, it feels sometimes like you can go […]
Located in the heart of Bavaria, Garmisch-Partenkirchen is a must-see destination while you are based in Germany. The town has a long history of association with the American military (the Marshall Center and Edelweiß Lodge are both based there), which means you can expect a very warm Bavarian welcome when […]
If you are lucky enough to find yourself living in Europe, you should make sure you experience one of its crown jewels, the Alps. Here is a collection of can’t-miss destinations for your next ski or snowboard adventure — the season is still going strong! Best variety: Portes Du Soleil, […]
If you find you’ll be spending the holidays a little closer to home than you might have liked, don’t worry! Holiday beauty can be found in plenty of places — both expected and unexpected — in Kaiserslautern. Here are five ideas to help you make the most of the holiday […]
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