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Lagoon & Waterfall Hike at Portugal's Peneda-Gerês National Park
This was my absolute favorite vacation activity from 2023. Hands down. No contest. I mean, LOOK at that view! 👀 Pertinent Details:...
Alisa Rogne
Feb 8, 20243 min read
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Prost to Perfection: Prepping for the Ultimate Oktoberfest Experience in 2024
But Allie, Oktoberfest is in September! 🗓️ That's like 7 months from now. 👀 Why should I start planning now? 🤔 If you live in or near...
Alisa Rogne
Feb 6, 20245 min read
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Sizzling in Mannheim: Teppanyaki Tales from a Japanese Culinary Adventure!
I recently found myself craving hibachi, which promptly led to a Google search for the finest grills in my vicinity. Osaka popped up as...
Alisa Rogne
Jan 31, 20242 min read
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Embracing Tradition and Nature: Exploring the Enchanting World of German Torch Hikes
Indulge in the captivating tradition of a German "Fackelwanderung"—an enchanting way to immerse yourself in the local community and...
Alisa Rogne
Jan 21, 20242 min read
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Allie's Favorite Things to Do in the KMC
As my time here in the KMC comes to a close, I'd like to reflect on and share some of my favorite activities in the local area. So you...
Alisa Rogne
Jan 18, 20246 min read
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Celebrating Fasching: Germany's Version of Carnival / Mardis Gras
If you love Halloween 🎃 , parties 🎉 , and parades 🎺 , you don't want to miss this! Coming up in February, this is a German cultural...
Alisa Rogne
Jan 15, 20244 min read
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My Visit to Keukenhof: The World's Most Beautiful Spring Garden
Not only are the views absolutely breathtaking, but Keukenhof is also one of the world's largest flower gardens 🌷—a floral paradise that...
Alisa Rogne
Jan 13, 20245 min read
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Hiking with Llamas in Germany: A Unique Adventure
Hiking with Llamas in Annweiler am Trifels, Germany: An Unforgettable Journey into Nature's Beauty
- Allie
Jan 9, 20244 min read
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A KMC Guide to Hosting Perfection When Entertaining Guests: Kaiserslautern Military Community
Table of Contents Introduction Packing & Preparation Food & Restaurants Dinner / Lunch Breakfast Places to Go & Things to Do Nanstein...
- Allie
Dec 29, 202312 min read
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Discovering Nature's Masterpiece: A Journey Through Germany's Enchanting Ravenna Gorge
Ravenna Gorge in Germany is captivating with its awe-inspiring natural beauty. Towering trees, rugged cliffs, and the gentle flow of the...
Alisa Rogne
Dec 7, 20235 min read
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A Small Local Christmas Market: The Nikolausmarkt in Homburg, Germany
"Small in size but bursting with festive delights—don't underestimate the charm of the Nikolausmarkt! Trust me, it serves up one of the...
Alisa Rogne
Dec 5, 20232 min read
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Thermen & Badwelt Sinsheim: My Beloved German Spa Retreat
This German spa is a world apart from any American experience, and bidding it farewell is going to be genuinely bittersweet. Surprisingly...
Alisa Rogne
Dec 4, 20236 min read
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Wiesbaden's Dazzling Gem: Unveiling Germany's Shooting Star Christmas Market! 🌟
I was lucky enough to catch the magic of opening night this week! 🎄🎅 Imagine this: a celestial dancer gracefully moving to enchanting...
Alisa Rogne
Dec 1, 20235 min read
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Rüdesheim's Charming German Christmas Market
Entrance yourself in the allure of the Rüdesheimer Weihnachtsmarkt der Nationen. Wander through festive narrow pathways adorned in...
Alisa Rogne
Nov 28, 20234 min read
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Ludwigshafener Weihnachtsmarkt: My First Official Christmas Market of the Season!
While it is on the smaller side, if you collect mugs or love the smaller, more quaint markets, this is definitely worth a stop! I thought...
Alisa Rogne
Nov 12, 20235 min read
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Stuttgart's Wintertraum: A Small Pre-Christmas "Christmas Market"
Starting November 1st, this festive market is one of the earliest holiday markets I know of near my region in Germany (Rheinland-Pfalz)....
Alisa Rogne
Nov 10, 20234 min read
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Stunning 4 Castle Hiking Tour: Starting at Nothweiler, Germany
This hike was seriously more impressive than I could have ever imagined! It's mind-blowing that I can drive an hour away through a quaint...
Alisa Rogne
Sep 14, 20233 min read
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Dürkheimer Wurstmarkt: A Sausage Market Turned "Largest Wine Festival in the World"
Experience the world's largest wine fest at Durkheimer Wurstmarkt in Bad Dürkheim, Germany—wine, food, and festivities every September!
- Allie
Sep 13, 202311 min read
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The Magic of Bernkastel-Kues' Weinfest der Mittelmosel: A Delightful German Wine Festival
Table of Contents Introduction Fireworks Parade Lodging Castle on a Hill Amusement Park Shopping Food and a View The Wine Festival Itself...
Alisa Rogne
Sep 1, 20237 min read
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Purple Paradise at Mehlinger Heide: Rheinland-Pfalz's Summer Splendor
Discover the breathtaking beauty of blooming heather at Mehlinger Heide's Purple Paradise in Rheinland-Pfalz.
- Allie
Aug 30, 20235 min read
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