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Cologne on a budget

Cologne is the oldest city of German and as such is one of the most historical cities in the country, as well making it easy to tour the city on a budget given the fact that you can easily tour through the city and take in the many old remnants of architecture for free. Outside [...]

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Alternative guide to Cologne

Cologne is the fourth largest metropolitan city in Germany and is becoming a certifiable hotspot due to the presence of a brilliant waterfront and its large significance as the actual cologne capital of the world ironically enough. Outside of its famous fragrances, Cologne is also renowned as the home of Kolsch beer and opera houses. [...]

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Things to see and do in Leipzig

Germany is one of the most scenic countries in Europe with plenty of attractions and sites to see during a holiday trip.  However, when planning a holiday you may want to think about avoiding the tourist mainstays of Germany such as Munich and Berlin, and instead choose a more historical location such as Leipzig. This [...]

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Guide to the Berlin transport system

Quick guide to the infamously well connected Berlin transport system. The Berlin public transportation system can be a bit confusing at first, in particular the subway system which is referred to as the S-Bahn, which combines with a tram, or bus.  However, despite the many zone choices you will be presented with, most tourists find [...]

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Dusseldorf and North-Rhein Westfalen part one

Düsseldorf in the North West of Germany is a great spot for a long weekend away I was fortunate enough a couple of years ago of getting a summer internship at Henkel in Dusseldorf. During the four months I worked there, I was able to really explore the town and get a taste of the [...]

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