There’s something undeniably special about wandering the streets of Vienna under twinkling lights. You can eye the traditional ornaments — straw or painted glass — while warming your hands and your belly on a mug of mulled wine. There are music quartets and stands selling bratwurst and the bite of snow in the air. Bundled […]
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Many cities have monikers to be proud of, but Dusseldorf residents are especially proud of their designation: The Longest Bar in the World. After all, in Germany beer is the equivalent of drinking wine in France or tea in Asia. The Longest Bar is actually a designation given to Altstadt, a section of the city’s
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The only way to really explore Prague Castle in Prague, Czech Republic is to take a deep breath and dig in. There are more than a dozen options of things to see within the castle walls. After all, it is an 1100-year-old landmark so there’s a lot of history inside. Got a day? Pick your favorite
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Budapest, Hungary has often been compared to the likes of Prague and Vienna, but I’ll let you in on a little secret, Budapest shines brighter than both of those. A trip to Hungary means a trip to one of the many thermal hot springs that date back hundreds of years and a chance to take in some pretty
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It’s easy to conjure up images of Dracula during the cool months surrounding Halloween, but did you know it’s easy to get to know Bram Stoker’s Dracula anytime of the year when you visit Romania. With an aura of mystery surrounding the country’s Transylvania region, locals swear the spooky feel of the area is because
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There’s no arguing with a good schnitzel. Done right, it’s crispy on the outside, moist on the inside, and oh so satisfying. In a concession to those that prefer to avoid pork or veal, many Austrian restaurants will also serve up a turkey schnitzel. If it’s properly prepared, it shares those same perfect schnitzel qualities
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It is easy to be fascinated by the many historic attractions in the center of Berlin. No trip to the city would be complete with laying eyes on the Brandenburg Gate, climbing to the top of the dome in the Reichstag, enjoying one of the many festivals, or witnessing the incredible Holocaust Memorial. Yet Berlin
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It seems that everywhere you turn there is a vampire. A burgeoning interest in vampire literature and film, from the Twilight saga, which has been made into a movie series as well, the Sookie Stackhouse series that is also on television as True Blood, and any number of vampire romances, it seems like vampire tourism
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Each year, Berlin offers a growing list of festivals, parades, celebrations, and annual cultural highlights that make it a wonderful destination for travelers wanting to experience the country’s local flavor. Whether you’re looking for historical sites and museum events, cultural events and musical performances, or something a little quirky, you’ll find plenty of activities all
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