We’ve managed to round up a list of some smaller-scale events happening near U.S. bases. Keep an eye out for last-minute cancellations, and of course, follow the latest guidance from your command:
Garmisch-Partenkirchen
With the fleeting European summer well upon us, who’s to complain? The days are warm, and the skies stay bright until late into the evening. Restaurants are open, bars are back in business, and it’s even been possible to catch a stray concert here and there.
Berlin may be Germany’s capital with millions populating the metropolis, but Hamburg is a close runner up. This busy port city is one of Europe's independent city-states with a rich history.
Imagine you just moved and then find out your partner's deploying. Don't worry, you can handle it, and there's support when you need it. Here are some tips to help you get through this:
• Make new friends (or at least know people you can count on).
• Get out there and explore.
Flowers and chocolates are always fun to give and receive on Valentine’s Day, but if you are looking to shake things up with your gift-giving, there are plenty of ways to tell someone you love them.
Here are unique gift ideas to really wow that special someone.
5 … 4 … 3 … 2 … 1 … Happy New Year!
New York City’s Time Square isn’t the only big party to celebrate 2019. The Europeans are no strangers to celebrating the end of another year and a fresh start.
Amsterdam
German New Year’s Eve is also referred to as Sylvester Night. Named after a fourth-century pope, the Feast of Saint Sylvester falls on December 31st. Saint Sylvester left a memorable mark in history after allegedly healing from leprosy and baptizing the Roman Emperor, Constantine the Great.
Daily stressors and life, in general, can get overwhelming. Sometimes you just need to get away but don’t have the time to jump on a plane and fly to an exotic, secluded destination. For some peace and tranquility in Germany, drive south to Bad Reichenhall, a spa town in Berchtesgadener Land.
In 1842, Bavarian brewer Josef Groll put Pilsen on the map for what would soon become a world-famous beer style, pilsner. This pale lager is brewed at the Pilsner Urquell, a veritable beer lover's mecca.
Take your beer tasting tour to the next level with a multi-sensory experience at Stiegl Brauwelt in Salzburg. Touch, smell and taste to your heart’s content while learning about the extensive skills that go into the beer brewing craft.
My husband and I took a road trip last winter, stopping in several European cities and ending with a few days of skiing. Salzburg had made the itinerary, but I really didn’t know what to expect.
