News for the Ramstein, Kaiserslautern, Landstuhl & Baumholder military communities in Germany 
You know you’ve seen them. The Hahn Airport signs. They are everywhere; on the way north to Cologne, on the way west to Trier, in dinky hamlets, on freeways, and even at intersections in the middle of the woods. It seems that Hahn is both everywhere and nowhere at once. […]
As Old Man Winter will be visiting us soon, the skiers and snowboarders are anxiously awaiting the opening of resorts all over Europe to enjoy the winter wonderland. For those of you preferring a more slow-paced approach to outdoor winter fun, we have just the right option for you: Grindelwald […]
Who is crazy enough to go camping in Germany during the winter? Especially when the night time temps start dipping into freezing. I am that person with a few others that have learned how to pitch a tent, make a fire and enjoy this great outdoor adventure even when the […]
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 […]
Betty Williams was definitely on to something when she said, “When all else fails, take a vacation!” With winter rapidly approaching and the temps slowly dropping, it’s only natural to want to travel somewhere warmer. In fact, it’s likely that at some point this fall or winter you’ll fantasize about […]
Looking for a warm, holiday-friendly, walkable city in which to spend some of your December days? Consider Lisbon, Portugal, which also offers food, history, shopping, and beautiful views. For many, Lisbon in December is love at first sight. From the airport, taxis plunge toward the city’s heart. Tangerine sunsets transform […]
Portugal is a country of stunning variety. Landscapes range from granite-topped mountain chains to golden sand-laden coastlines. The history of its people covers everyone from the Moors to the Romans, Christians and Celts. The Portuguese produce some of the best and most complex tasting wines on the planet while simultaneously […]
Ulm is located on the River Danube within the state of Baden-Württemberg, exactly where the Iller and Blau rivers enter the Danube. Home to incredible history, great shopping, and occasional eerie fog, Ulm also has the tallest church steeple across the world at an incredible 161,53 meters (almost 530 feet)! […]
Many members of the Kaiserslautern Military Community have found temporary or even permanent homes in one of the many villages and towns surrounding Kaiserslautern or in the heart of the Palatinate Forest. Talk of the Town is a series highlighting the union communities within the County of Kaiserslautern, the City […]
For many travelers, beautiful Straßbourg is the “go-to” town in the Alsace. One of the most popular or worthwhile events in this city is the December Weihnachtsmarket, which is the oldest Christmas Market in France. Taking place in the main square of Straßbourg, the streets are lined with scents and […]
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