When I learned I was going to Bremerhaven, I was a little bit concerned. After all, Bremerhaven has a reputation for just being a working class city with a big port. (Sort of like Oakland, California). Many years ago I visited Bremerhaven, and at the time, it didn’t leave much of an impression (unless you like boats). But now I…
Category: Travel to Germany
St Paulus Dom in Münster- A Small Cathedral with an AMAZING Clock
Unfortunately, the St Paulus Dom Münster seldom makes it onto anyone’s must-see bucket list. It’s just not very big (compared to the Cologne Cathedral, it’s downright small). And, it has a lot of competition in Münster! As churches go, it takes second place to the much more famous Lamberti Kirche. (Face it, cages hanging off of the spire will lure…
Deutsches Auswanderer Haus or Emigration Museum Bremerhaven
Wohin und Warum (Where to? And Why?) are the words that greet you in my favorite room at the Auswanderer Haus or Emigration Museum Bremerhaven. Known as the Gallery of the 7 Million, it is FILLED with names and stories. This room is a treasure trove of history, and it’s only a fraction of what you can see and experience…
Travel to Germany on a Budget- A Few Tips and Tricks
Germany is a modern European country that’s on all of our must-visit lists. Why? Not only will you find some of the world’s most fascinating cities, you can also enjoy a variety of landscapes from mountains and fairy tale forests to fields of purple heather and great winding rivers. It’s a land of traditional festivals, wonderful castles, and an ancient…
Planning a Trip to Germany- Tips and Best Travel Books Germany
I put a lot of thought into planning a trip to Germany. I’m a planner and a list maker. This means that before I take a trip anywhere, I do lots of research and organize my travel plans. Travel is expensive, believe me, I know, so I don’t want to waste time when I get there wondering…. “what do I…
A Visit to the Cologne Cathedral in Germany
I’ve visited the Cologne Cathedral in Germany many times and explored from the basement Treasury to the top of the Bell Tower. Still, my visit for the German National Tourist Board was the first time I’ve ever crawled around on the floor. Most people, me included, walk into the immense Dom and look UP. You can’t help it. This is…
Bikes in Münster Germany- Germany’s Best City for Cycling!
“Achtung! Vorsicht!” shouted my guide. Once again, I had wandered without thinking into the bike lane. I had only been in Münster for a few hours and hadn’t yet switched my brain over to bicycles on the sidewalk mode. And that could be hazardous. You see, there are over 500,000 bikes in Münster, Germany, and only 300,000 inhabitants. Bikes are…
Travel Tips for Germany- Little Tips to Smooth Your Journey
It’s easy to get tripped up or confused when you arrive in a country without having been there before. Customs are different; things aren’t like they are back home. A lot of confusion can be avoided if you know what to expect. These Travel Tips for Germany may make your trip easier, or at least they will save you from…
What to Pack for Germany- Traveling to Germany Checklist
In the old days, traveling to Germany meant you could pack five bags and have clothes for every eventuality (invited to a Costume Ball? covered…. hiking in the Alps? covered…. A day at the spa? got it). Today, you are far more restricted by luggage allowance and increasing costs per bag. And honestly, who wants to schlepp all that luggage??…