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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


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


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


Castle Beats Music Festival at Rheinfels Castle in Sankt Goar, Germany
Love to dance? Like EDM music festivals? Then you don't want to miss the Castle Beats Festival held at the largest castle ruin on the...
Alisa Rogne
Aug 27, 20235 min read


A Comprehensive Guide to Oktoberfest in Germany
Table of Contents Introduction Lodging Be Careful What You Book Other Oktoberfest Celebrations When to Make A Table Reservation Does it...
Alisa Rogne
Aug 14, 202315 min read


Bernkastel-Kues' Christmas Market / Weihnachtsmarkt (Germany)
Bernkastel-Kues has it all. A lovely smaller local Christmas Market, a unique Advent Calendar House, spectacular river views, a castle,...
Alisa Rogne
Aug 12, 20234 min read


An Overnight Trip to Metz France for the Sound & Light Show at the Constellations de Metz Festival
"Constellations de Metz is an invitation to come and explore the city, which is undergoing a metamorphosis thanks to a rich and diverse...
Alisa Rogne
Aug 6, 20236 min read


The Grand Est Mondial Air Ballon Festival: "The Largest International Hot Air Balloon Gathering"
I'm still smiling and feeling a childlike joy. It was so much fun! I will start by lamenting how awful the weather was for this year's...
Alisa Rogne
Jul 30, 20233 min read


Scouting France's Biennial Hot Air Balloon Festival: Grand Est Mondial Air Ballons
"The largest international Hot Air Balloon gathering." I'm going to make this one quick since I need to be leaving to try to catch the...
Alisa Rogne
Jul 29, 20235 min read


Germany's Bernkastel-Kues Wine Festival: "Weinfest der Mittelmosel"
Around the beginning of September, the charming German town of Bernkastel-Kues hosts its annual wine festival, Weinfest der Mittelmosel ....
Alisa Rogne
Jul 18, 20233 min read


Fun Forest AbenteuerPark Homburg: An Exhilarating Climbing Obstacle Course with Ziplines
First of all, I want to point out how out of the ordinary this was for me. I'm afraid of heights so I was a little scared signing up, but...
Alisa Rogne
Jul 16, 20235 min read


Exploring Germany's Wildparks: Nature Hikes and Wildlife Adventures
Discover the beauty and serenity of Germany's Wildparks, where scenic nature hikes and encounters with local wildlife create unforgettable o

- Allie
Jul 16, 20234 min read


Gulliver-Welt A Miniature Park in Bexbach Germany
Are you in the KMC area and looking for something to do? Well check out this miniature park about 20-30 minutes from the Ramstein area....
Alisa Rogne
Jul 15, 20232 min read


Restaurant Review: Zäb Dee in Kaiserslautern Germany
I cannot remember where I saw this restaurant recommended, but I suspect it was on the Facebook page: Foodies in the KMC. So glad I found...
Alisa Rogne
Jul 12, 20233 min read


Speyer Brezelfest - The Largest Pretzel Festival in Germany
A full Guide to Speyer's Brezelfest. The largest pretzel festival in Germany!

- Allie
Jul 10, 20239 min read


Saarpolygon Hike with Kaiserslautern and Beyond in Ensdorf, Germany
Currently, Kaiserslautern & Beyond is running a series of hikes until the end of July. I was free on the 2nd, so I joined the fun! It's...
Alisa Rogne
Jul 10, 20233 min read


May 2019 Norwegian Cruise Stop: Edinburgh / Invergordon / Dunrobin Castle, Scotland
I often hear more interest in traveling to Ireland versus Scotland, but in 2019 I found that I liked Scotland best. The countryside was...
Alisa Rogne
Jul 7, 20233 min read


May 2019 Norwegian Cruise Stop: Geiranger Norway
I enjoyed the entire cruise, but this particular stop was extra special. We met a couple of ladies, and one enjoyed more outdoorsy...
Alisa Rogne
Jul 6, 20232 min read


May 2019 Norwegian Cruise Stop: Flåm, Norway
If you have never been to Norway, add it to your bucket list now! If you love mountainous landscapes, calm glassy waters, plunging...
Alisa Rogne
Jul 4, 20233 min read


May 2019 Norwegian Cruise Stop: Bergen, Norway
If you have never been to Norway, add it to your bucket list now! If you love mountainous landscapes, calm glassy waters, plunging...
Alisa Rogne
Jul 3, 20233 min read
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