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Road Trip in Bavaria, Germany: Ludwig II’s Castles, Pristine Lakes, and the Bavarian Alps

On a prior trip to Germany, we enjoyed seeing some of the beautiful castles along the Rhine River. We didn’t have time to explore further, so we had hoped to come back to visit Munich and also to see some of the famous Ludwig II’s castles in Bavaria. And while in the area, why not […]

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Salzburg, Austria: A Beautiful City at the Foot of the Alps

Most know Saltzburg as the birthplace of Mozart. Others may remember the 1965 movie: “The Sound of Music” with Julia Andrews which was filmed in the region and based on local Maria von Trapp. To be honest, I never really knew the extent of how influential Austria once was until we saw a show depicting […]

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Danube River Cruise: Budapest to Nuremberg with Prague Extension

Cruising along the Danube River is a great way to travel at a leisurely pace and watch the ever-changing scenery unfold as you slowly drift by. It’s a very relaxing way to visit some beautiful places and typically the ship stops right by the attractions as these were often built along the riverfront when transportation […]