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Almost everything is smaller in Germany though. The roads, buildings, homes and shops are all smaller than what we’re used to here in the States. The person to area ratio is much higher in Germany so you don’t see many large parking lots, big homes or wide roads.

As a matter of fact, most Germans do not even own a home, they rent! If you’re visiting Germany for the first time I highly recommend you use public transportation, as you can get anywhere in the Country by bus and train and it’s cheap and quick. That way you don’t have to deal with the small roads, parking and differences in driving laws.

Germans are much less personable. Unlike many Americans it is not common for a German to comment on how cute your child is or make small talk while waiting in line. Many people who are not familiar with the German culture may see this as rudeness, but it’s just part of the culture and what they’re used to.

If you visit a public restroom, be prepared to drop 10 Euro cents or so in a donation tray. Very few public restrooms are free.

The Sharing Economy

When it comes to finding accommodation your options are countless, from hotels, hostels, guest house to even staying with a local family. There are many websites online that help you in finding authentic people in different countries who are ready to share their house with you. This is one of the most economical ways of managing accommodation.

Stay In Hostels

Hostels are the cheapest regarding accommodation all over the world because you pay only for the bed not for the whole room. The dorm offers a shared bedroom experience that ranges from ten to forty other roommates. You get a locker with it so you can put your belongings in it. Most hostels also have a kitchen with it as well. Staying in a hostel is the cheapest way to save money on accommodation. Additionally, you get to meet different people from the world and make some new friends from around the world.

Cook Your Meals

Whether you have decided to live in a rented apartment or a hostel, cooking your food will help you save money. Since getting groceries are cheaper than buying food. Buying fresh groceries and cooking

Use The Medicine Containers As Jewelry Boxes

Don’t throw away your old medicine boxes and save them to put jewelry inside while you are travelling. This will not only save space in your luggage, in fact, but it will also protect the jewelry from any damage too.

Treat Your Sunburn With Some Yoghurt

Yes, you heard it right, there are times when you don’t have any sunscreen or other aloe-vera type products to heal your sunburn so in that case, try some natural yoghurt and you will be surprised by the results.

Private Browsing, Cheaper flights

Always switch to private browsing while you are searching and booking flights, this way you will encounter much cheaper flights.

Charge Via TV

If you forgot your cellphone charger at home and there is no way you can find one in the market then head to your Television and charge your cell over there. All the modern TV’s have a charging slot at the back which is often used as a USB slot, so it can be utilized when you are in trouble!

Mark Your Baggage As Fragile

There are times where your

The Ammergauer Alps, also called Ammergebirge is a mountain range that partly belongs to Germany, Free State of Bavaria and to Austria, federal state Tirol. It is framed by the well-known towns Füssen, Oberammergau, Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Ehrwald and Reutte. The border between the administrative districts of Upper Bavaria and Swabia, runs from south to north through the Ammergauer Alps. In the snow guaranteed valleys between Unterammergau, Oberammergau, Ettal and castle Linderhof is a wide net of cross-country ski-tracks and on the first weekend in February the annual König-Ludwig-Langlauf, attracts numerous international professionals to this most beautiful location.

Snow fun in the Ammergauer Alps

Alpine skiing can be fun for the whole family, as much as sledding, ice-skating, Nordic walking or snowshoeing. Ok, the latter first feels a bit like walking on tennis rackets with your legs apart, reminding a bit of Django, but once you are off the beaten track, you feel like a trapper in a pristine winter wonder world. The ski areas of the Ammergauer Alps include mount Steckenberg in Unterammergau, mount Kolben in Oberammergau and mount Hörnle in the Spa Town of Bad Kohlgrub. 150 km of cross-country ski-tracks lead you through the Ammergauer

Thinking about Lake Constance, the first thing that pops into ones mind is the Flower Island Mainau. It is a part of the district Litzelstetten-Mainau, Konstanz in Baden-Württemberg and in ownership of the aristocratic family Bernadotte of Swedish origins. Mainau is the third-largest Island in Lake Constance and is 1,100 meters long and at one point 610 meters wide. Because of the mild Lake Constance climate an exotic tropical and sub-tropical fauna prospered here with palm trees and other Mediterranean plants. Grand duke Friedrich I started the park with the Arboretum north-west of the Island, where he planted 500 different species of broad-leaved trees and conifers, with some of them being very exotic and valuable. Simply huge are some of the giant redwood trees (Sequoiadendron giganteum), whose seeds came from California in 1853 and were planted by Friedrich I on the Island Mainau in 1864. Therefore they are some of the oldest of its kind in Europe.

The aristocratic family Bernadotte still plays an important role in all the floral display and islands activities. The family manor was built after the plans of Johann Caspar Bagnato (Giovanni Gaspare Bagnato). The construction, under the supervision of Bagnato, started

Go Social

Social media platforms are used as marketing tools because it is quick and convenient which makes it very effective. It allows you to engage with your customers from across the world, travellers and to get your message out about your business. It is also cost-effective as it allows targeted approach. Travel businesses are moving towards image-driven social media platforms that support influencer marketing such as Instagram, Facebook and Townske.

Highlight Package Benefits And Unique Experiences

Businesses that have specific services and experiences add value to your travel packages that sets you apart from your competitor. It is important to highlight them as it allows your customers to compare and contrast the benefits. If your packages are able to provide unique experience to the customers, these customers will be yours.

Offer Mobile Booking

Mobile phone usage has been increasing and it is important to use this method to approach your customers to offer more convenience, immersive travel content and faster access. If you’re a travel business and you’re not mobile friendly, you’ll be missing out on this valuable pie. 40% of online travel sales are expected to come from mobile bookings using

• First of all, make sure where you want to go and where you will live. To decide the place, you can take the help of internet. Focus on your interest and find the place accordingly. For example, if you want to enjoy taking sunbath then you must select any beach where you can enjoy the cool breeze and smooth sand to relax for some time. As far as accommodation is concerned, consider any reliable hotel booking portal to get access to any economical last minute accommodation.

• Book your flight tickets. Do not forget to compare the rates of different airlines before booking the one.

• If you are planning to travel abroad, check for the money exchange rate in prior just to have an idea that how much money you will require at your holiday destination.

• Ask any of your neighbors or friends to take care of your emails and pets once you will not be around.

• Pack your luggage according to the weather of the holiday destination. Keep in mind that traveling light is always recommended and to carry clothes accordingly is of utmost importance. What will you do

One of the most famous and popular Beer Gardens of Munich is located right in the heart of the English Garden, around the Chinese Tower or Pagoda. This is also the most colorful Beer Garden and has a lot to offer for ones eyes and ears. Often you will hear the sounds of a Brass band playing live from the first floor of the Chinese Tower. As soon as the warm sunbeams appear, local folks will enjoy their first Maß beer of the season. (In Bavaria it is common to order beer by a Maß and this means a liter!) As it gets warmer, more and more visitors from the nearby university, locals and international guests will enjoy the weather, companionship, the great local food and off course dive into the ancient tradition of the Bavarian beer drinking style.

Take a walk to the nearby Kleinhesselohe See, a large lake and the next, beautiful Beer Garden with the name Seehaus, Lake House, awaits you here. In the old days, the gardener and investor Friedrich Ludwig von Sckell enlarged this lake and a small Beer Garden, as the forerunner of the current one, was established on the edge

We start at the market, the birth place of this town and see the historic City Hall dating back to the 14th century with a beautiful Renaissance Jutty from 1592. Behind the St.-Bartholomäus-Church (14th – 16th century) we discover Lug ins Land which can be translated as look at the land. This is the oldest building of Marktredwitz in form of a tower, dating back to the 13th century and is the rest of the ancient castle. Near by we discover another architectural treasure, the St.-Theresien-Church, (Rococo, 1776/1767) which was founded by Empress Maria Theresa for the stationed Austrian Garrison at that time. Now we turn right and walk through the market passing beautiful houses from the late Baroque area and partly replaced after huge fires in the years 1822 and 1836 by Neo-Classical and Biedermeier style fronts.

Continuing our stroll along the Hirschmannstrasse we will see the new City Hall which was build in 1794 for residential purpose. It was that house where Johann Wolfgang von Goethe staid as a gust when he visited Marktredwitz from the 13th to the 18th of August 1822. Take the chance and visit the Goethezimmer where a collection of paintings

Rostock

26.11. – 22.12.2009, Mon-Thu 10am-8pm, Fri-Sat 10am-9pm, Sun 11am-8pm

Rostock, the almost 800 year old Hanseatic Town, has retained much of its original charm and is home to a diverse cultural scene. This cosmopolitan university- and port-town has a Historical Center with typical northern-style German brick architecture and a maritime atmosphere. Once a year, the twinkling glitter of the Christmas lights glow along the River Warnow and the Baltic Sea and transform the Historic City Center of Rostock into the largest, and one of the most gorgeous Christmas Markets in the North of Germany. Here, Father Christmas traditionally arrives in the town harbor by boat to open the Christmas Market. Northern specialties include candied apples, deep-fried bananas, candy floss, baby doughnuts, burnt almonds, Glögg, a sort of Swedish mulled wine and biscuits from Sweden; smoked sausages from Rostock, smoked fish from Warnemünde and north German fried fish in batter.

Lübeck

23.11. – 30.12.2009, Mon-Thu 11am-9pm, Fri-Sat 11am-10pm, Sun 11.30am-9pm

The entire oval old town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Lübeck is nowadays a modern trading port and, via the coastal resort of Travemünde, a terminal for ferries to and from Scandinavia

1. Leverage Hotel and Organization’s Memberships

Your membership to a hotel might not look useful until you want to find a place to stay during the holidays. Most establishments have incredible bargains for members and surprisingly, it costs nothing to join. You can also get discounts through membership to organizations, such as veterans associations, professional bodies among others. Be proactive and ask about any of these perks when doing a search.

2. Start Your Search Early

You have to start your hotel search early enough in order to identify those establishments that are most likely to offer good deals. By starting your search early, you have all the time to learn more about different hotels through reviews. This makes it easier to find a place that suits your budget.

3. Use Booking Aggregators

The internet is a treasure trove of information where you can easily identify an affordable hotel. Using your preferred travel date and budget aggregator sites helps you find the best play to stay and for no fee. It is also faster to book from their website once you have found the perfect deal.

Jardin des Tuileries

The Jardin des Tuileries is located between the Louvre and place de la Concorde. It is the oldest and largest public garden of Paris. The designer of the park is the same architect as of the gardens at Versailles. People who visited the Versailles gardens will imagine how stunning this park is. Jardin des Tuileries is declared as UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1991. It is a formal garden with beautiful paths, perfect lawns and exquisite sculptures – copies of ancient works.

Jardin du Luxembourg

The 25-hectare park is located in the 6th arrondissement and is a wonderful family attraction. The park was created in 1612 and since has become one of the greatest parks in Europe. There are six tennis courts, playground for children, and unique sculptures. Locals bring their children for pony rides, ice-cream stands, puppet shows, sailing in the central fountain. Also, on the wooded side of the garden you will see people of different ages playing chess. So, Jardin du Luxembourg is an absolutely perfect place for family weekends and a must-visit tourist attraction.

Jardin des Plantes

This park is the main botanical garden in France

Lake Constance has scenic views fed by the Rhine and sitting at the base of the Alps. It is one of the main sources of water for Germany. Here you will find your choice of hotels along the lake. Take a tour from the water by tour boat, enjoy fresh caught fish from the lake at restaurants in the area, and some of the famous German Beer. Hike into the alps and have an adventure that people have enjoyed for centuries.

Have you ever wanted to be a Duke or a Duchess? For up to four weeks you can be at Camp Buldern located in a genuine castle. Here you will be staying at a real German Castle with people from all over the world.

You will stay and adventure travel around the scenic village, enjoy the park like grounds pond included, hike around the area, enjoy scenic views and learn a little german.

Travel along the Rhine in Germany and you will find an area rich in history and adventure around every turn. The castle at Wurzberg is on the World Heritage List it was partially destroyed during World War II. The castle was

Before you start booking and searching for great weekend getaways, you need to know what type of holiday you want. Do you want to go to an exotic seaside location and stay in a five star resort? Do you want to head to the countryside and enjoy natural trails, some cycling and adventure walks? Do you want to take to the snow capped peaks and learn to ski or snowboard? There are so many options, so having an idea on what you want for your weekend can help you find the best deals that come in within your budget.

The next thing to remember is the types of accommodation available. If you can five star is always enjoyable as you have the best of everything, sheer luxury, elegance and outstanding service. But don’t be fooled, three and four star accommodation can be just as rewarding, bearing in mind that every country has their own rating systems. Know if you want a double room, a twin room, adjoining rooms or an apartment or suite which can accommodate you and your family with ease. This will narrow down your search considerably.

Know who you are travelling with, this

Location, Map, and Driving Directions

How to get there: Am Forum 1, 35576 Wetzlar, Germany

Additional travel info:

By car:

You can reach the FORUM Wetzlar most directly on the B 49, exit “Garbenheim”. In Wetzlar, follow the signs to notice, “City”, then direction “FORUM / ARENA”.

By bus:

The central bus station is located directly next to the FORUM Wetzlar. All bus routes stop here.

By train:

The FORUM Wetzlar is located directly opposite the railway station Wetzlar.

Opening Hours

Generally Monday through Saturday 9:30 am to 8:00 pm.

Most grocery stores close on Sundays and are open limited on Saturdays. Especially in small villages it will be hard to find an open store after noon on a Saturday and Sunday. So buy your goodies before you hit the weekend. Also the Forum will be closed Sundays (there are one or two Sundays per year when this is not the case.)

Payment

Although some of the stores in this mall accept credit cards, most of them actually do not. Either you have to have enough cash, or you can use a debit card issues

Peru, a beautiful country in South America, home to a part of the Amazon forest. The country filled with beautiful Peruvians was warm and welcoming. I spent my first two days in the country’s capital Lima going sightseeing and acclimatizing myself to its weather. By the third day, I was ready to see the beautiful Trek.

Booked a tour company, the previous day to make my tour less stressful as I chose to go on the four days trek. The tour company sent a representative to pick me up from my hotel to the train station (the fee paid to the tour company covers transportation and any other fees).

Before embarking on this adventure, it is advised by the tour company that tourists go on altitude training over hilly terrain and get medication in case an altitude sickness might occur.

These are the list of things I packed for my Inca Trail trek:

• Camera and lenses
• Bag pack and bag pack rain cover
• Hiking pole
• Waterproof hiking boot
• Socks
• Towel
• Swimsuits
• Shirts
• Undergarment
• Rain jackets and umbrella
• Bug spray
• Headlamp
• Light jacket
• Flip flops
• Toiletries
• Toothbrush and paste
• Sunscreen
• Deodorant
• Pain relief drugs
• Light weight hat
• Passport
• Coins for the restroom