Travel Archives - Page 2 of 11

Dance like no one’s lookin’ (and they did!)

by Robin | Oct 20, 2012 | 31 Days in Europe, Adventures in Germany, Travel

Out of Germany's 16 states (or Länder), I am most thankful my husband's job brought us to the Free State of Bavaria (Freistaat Bayern). Located in Southeast Germany, it is the largest state in the country, and (as far as I know) the...

Why I loved Berlin (and why you should add it to your Travel Bucket List)

by Robin | Oct 19, 2012 | 31 Days in Europe, Adventures in Germany, Europe, Travel

A crucial reality you have to come to come to terms with when traveling abroad is you can't do everything (I bet Rick Steves would back me up on this). Accept this and you'll better enjoy what you do have the time and money to do. Berlin is the...

Tips for traveling abroad

by Robin | Oct 6, 2012 | 31 Days in Europe, Adventures in Germany, Travel, Travel tips

As I've considered the topics I'll cover in my 31 Days in Europe series, it occurred to me how a few simple tips will maximize any travel experience–whether it's domestic or international. I'll be interspersing these posts among the more...

Berlin, Part 1 (spectacular Wall pictures)

by Robin | Oct 4, 2012 | 31 Days in Europe, Adventures in Germany, Europe, Personal, Travel

Berlin is a city with a divided past. Living as an expat in Germany has flung wide History's door and left me wishing I had paid better attention in World History. The little I remember is disgraceful and I suppose I'm trying to make up for lost time by...

Burgfest ~ a SPECTACULAR Bavarian Castle Festival

by Robin | Oct 2, 2012 | 31 Days in Europe, Adventures in Germany, Europe, Food and Drink, Photos, Travel

I’ve taken to calling her Mayberry, this place that has gentled her way into my heart. There’s no Andy or Barney but it’s small town and slow and her people simmer friendly and open. I know when it’s time to go for good, she’ll hold back...

PLEASE say you’ll join me for 31 Days of Europe?!

by Robin | Sep 30, 2012 | 31 Days in Europe, Adventures in Germany, Travel

If you're visiting for the first time from Nester's 31 Days Linky–I'm so glad you popped over! And to all readers, now would be the perfect time to subscribe to PENSIEVE if you haven't already (and your Facebook...