Bavaria's capital city can seem stark and bland at first, but don't let it's conservative exterior fool you - give a Bavarian a beer and watch his puritanical persona morph into one of boisterous
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Bavaria's capital city can seem stark and bland at first, but don't let it's conservative exterior fool you - give a Bavarian a beer and watch his puritanical persona morph into... More
Munich is one of my favorite places in Germany. There is a lot to do - whether you want to visit the castles outside Fussen or stay in town. And, of course, the beer halls and... More
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Known for its beer halls and Bavarian cuisine, Munich is a must-stop for European backpackers. If you want a full-blown party, feel free to come during... More
In the summer of 2005 I spent a month studying German at Munich’s Goethe-Institute. To this day, I have been hard pressed to find a more loveable summer city. Although it’s filled... More
The land of sauerkraut and spätzle is finally getting a little culinary respect. And while each region offers its own tastes, it's in southern Germany where those Michelin stars really sparkle.
Food markets offer colorful links to the economy, customs and even dialects of a city. They're one of the few opportunities where visitors can glimpse locals going about one of their essential daily chores....more
Hunting for holiday bargain fares to Europe? A number of airlines are running business-class sales with discounts so deep they rival coach-class prices....more
From a Disneyland inspiration to Freudian follies and a French postman's enormous labour of love, Chris Alden picks the most eccentric palaces of Europe....more
Ditch the plane for the train and travel Europe with a clear conscience. Train travel expert The Man in Seat 61 lists his top 10 short breaks by rail and our accompanying interactive guide shows you how to take them...more