When I was planning my first big Europe trip, figuring out how much time to spend in each city was the hardest part. I didn’t want to waste days, but I also didn’t want to leave feeling like I’d skipped something major. Vienna in particular was tricky, it’s gorgeous, full of history, but also a…
Berlin is a city I’ve been to more times than I can count, and every trip has been completely different. I’ve done the classic school trips where they drag you through every history museum (important, but teenage me wasn’t exactly thrilled). Later, I came back as an adult and re-did half of those museums voluntarily,…
Berlin is one of the most famous cities in Germany, and for good reason. That said, I’ll be honest: I’ve always thought Berlin is actually a bit ugly. It doesn’t have the cozy charm of Cologne’s Old Town or the picture-perfect upscale vibe of Munich. But what Berlin does have is history, culture, and plenty…
Berlin is one of the top destinations in Germany and to be honest, I get it. From a tourist perspective, I think it probably offers the most out of all the big German cities. History buffs, museum hoppers, food lovers, party people,Berlin really has a little bit of everything. What I love is that even…
Christmas time in Germany is genuinely one of my favorite times of the year. Nowhere else does the whole Christmas market tradition quite like Germany, the lights, the food, the mulled wine, the atmosphere, I just love how magical and authentic it all feels. One of the best places to experience it all is Cologne….
Cologne Germany, doesn’t always get the hype it deserves. Most international travelers run off to Berlin or Munich and leave Cologne off the list, which honestly, is their loss. This city has so much going for it: a super cute old town with cobblestone streets and pastel houses, traditional pubs that serve beer by the…
The Christmas markets in Cologne Germany have quickly become some of my favorites, and that says a lot because I grew up in Germany and have been to more Christmas markets than I can count. Last year I decided to spend Christmas in Cologne, and I ended up spending almost the whole weekend just hopping…
I’ve got a total love-hate relationship with Vienna, which is why I think I’m the perfect person to write this guide. On one hand, it’s easily one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, with grand palaces, elegant cafés, and history packed into every street. On the other hand… it can also feel overrun with…
Cologne is, in my opinion, one of the most underrated cities in Germany. Everyone always seems to run straight to Berlin or Munich, but so many people skip Cologne, and they’re definitely missing out. The city has a gorgeous Old Town full of narrow alleyways, cozy cafés, and traditional restaurants, with the iconic Cologne Cathedral…
Hallstatt might look straight out of a storybook, but when it comes to food, things aren’t quite as magical. This lakeside village is tiny (we’re talking just over 700 residents), and with the flood of tourists rolling in daily, a lot of restaurants end up feeling a bit… well, touristy. Finding restaurants in Hallstatt that…