Sometimes you just need to wait for the oppressive heat of the summer to fade away before you can truly enjoy some of Europe’s best locations. With a family in tow, avoiding the heat can be even more important, especially with little ones.
Brats, wieners, wurst. Whatever you call them, sausages are a German staple, especially at any festival or market. If you’re new in town, you might find yourself staring at the options and thinking, “Why is that sausage white? Sausage isn’t white. And why is that one almost black?
Whether this is your first year in Europe or your third, no doubt you have a few places in mind that you would like to visit. When I arrived to Germany, my number one goal was to visit as many castles as I could before heading back to the States.
While many around the world associate Germany with its world-class beer and rightfully so, Deutschland is also home to some of the best wine this side of the pond.
Just across the river on the other side of the soaring skyscrapers crowding Canary Wharf is the maritime heart of London. Sitting on the southeast edge of the city is a borough steeped in rich history, international renown and sweeping vistas of the capitol’s skyline, Welcome to Greenwich.
It’s a beautiful day in the city. You’re walking on the sidewalk and approach an intersection with a handful of people waiting for the pedestrian light to turn green. As you look right and left, there’s a nary a vehicle to be found.
Although they do stir up controversy, zoos are a place where kids can learn about all about our planet’s wonderful creatures in a fun and engaging way.
There is nothing like a stroll or a brisk hike in the woods to clear the mind and recharge the soul. The word ‘hiking’ might bring up visions of overly stuffed backpacks, walking for hours on end and fighting every bug imaginable.
With a wonderfully eclectic mashup of Dutch, French and Flemish influences, Belgium is a fantastic melting pot. From delicious foods such as “gaufres” (waffles) and frites, complex and rich brews to unique cultural traditions, there is so much to discover.
Steeped in medieval lore and forever immortalized by Geoffrey Chaucer, the incredible market town of Canterbury is nothing short of mesmerizing. Travel 90 minutes outside of London and you’ll be whisked away into another realm.
Heidelberg has charm, Cologne a cathedral, Frankfurt its skyscrapers and Stuttgart is the home of some fancy automobiles. So what’s the often-overlooked city of Bonn got to offer? Fans of art, architecture and culture are in for a pleasant surprise here!
There is nothing like a stroll or a brisk hike in the woods to clear the mind and recharge the soul. The word ‘hiking’ might bring up visions of overly stuffed backpacks, walking for hours on end and fighting every bug imaginable.
Built around the 11th century, these villages were, at one time, accessible only by boat or footpath. Hiking between them is still the best way to discover the lemon trees, olive groves and clusters of multicolored houses in this region.
So, you just got word that you’re being stationed in Italy. You and your family have passports in hand and are ready to see what the European lifestyle is all about. Well, brace yourselves; Italy can be very overwhelming, especially to the newly arrived.
Whatever romance and adventure looks like to you and your significant other, there’s something for every couple in Europe. Whether it’s witnessing gorgeous landscapes, discovering new foods, partaking in outdoor activities or walking through historic cities, Europe has it all.
