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Discover the Beauty of Metz, France

Discover the Beauty of Metz, France

Just west of Kaiserslautern lies the charming city of Metz, France. With just a short drive, you can discover culture, authentic French cuisine, antique buildings, contemporary art, designer boutiques, musicals, plays at one of the oldest opera theaters in Europe, and more! Metz at a glance Metz is situated near […]

February 17, 2023 ×

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Lübeck — Queen of harbors

Lübeck — Queen of harbors

Whether you are stationed in the KMC, Wiesbaden or Stuttgart — there are many day trips you can enjoy without going too far. However, if you fancy stretching your legs a little further and discovering a little more about famous cities in Germany, then visiting Lübeck is the trip for […]

February 9, 2023 ×

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Everything you need to know about Carnival in Germany

Everything you need to know about Carnival in Germany

Celebrated in February, Fasching is a traditional German celebration — also known as Karneval or Fastnacht. It is carnival season, which has been celebrated for centuries by people worldwide who have German heritage. It’s utterly bonkers and terrific fun — get involved! Fasching can be documented back to pre-Roman times. […]

February 3, 2023 ×

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Winter city destinations

Winter city destinations

There is no question that winter has arrived in Germany. With that never-ending gray sky, the chilly temps, and the wet rain or snow on the ground, it is easy to just close the front door, kick off those boots, and climb onto the couch with a blanket and the […]

January 27, 2023 ×

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Ten spectacular sights in winterly Bavaria

Ten spectacular sights in winterly Bavaria

The beautiful state of Bavaria is probably the most well-known German state throughout the world, and with good reason. But it is perhaps during the winter that this enchanting state really glistens. From snow-topped Bavarian Alps in the south to frozen lakes in the north and snow-covered forests in the […]

January 13, 2023 ×

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State of the art: Rheinland-Pfalz

State of the art: Rheinland-Pfalz

Many members of the Kaiserslautern Military Community have found temporary or even permanent homes in one of the many villages and towns surrounding Kaiserslautern in the heart of Rheinland-Pfalz. You may already be familiar with your immediate vicinity, but there is much more to explore and experience at your “home […]

January 6, 2023 ×

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Tips, tricks for visiting Christmas markets in Germany

Tips, tricks for visiting Christmas markets in Germany

The Christmas Markets of Germany are one of the best parts of being stationed abroad. If you are stationed in Europe during the holidays, this is a something you can’t miss out on! No matter the size of city or town you find yourself in, there is a small town […]

December 16, 2022 ×

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Six ways to get warmer, healthier

Six ways to get warmer, healthier

Whether you love winter or simply endure it until spring arrives, one thing is true: Getting outside and active is important for your health during the long, dark months. Fortunately, there is no shortage of excellent outdoor opportunities in Germany. You have lots of options for seeing the wintry world […]

December 9, 2022 ×

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Holiday Kaiserslautern: City lights, forest magic

Holiday Kaiserslautern: City lights, forest magic

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 in Kaiserslautern – both expected and unexpected. Here are five ideas to help you make the most of the holiday season […]

December 2, 2022 ×

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What’s up with Hahn Airport?

What’s up with Hahn Airport?

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. […]

November 25, 2022 ×
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