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Regensburg’s New Museum of Bavarian History

To make a long story short. By Jackie Guigui-Stolberg • Photographs Courtesy Jackie Guigui-Stolberg The history of Bavaria is a long, long story. That’s why Regensburg’s new Museum of Bavarian History focus... Read More...

22 February 1770: Christopher Seider becomes the first (German-) American “martyr to the noble cause”

By Robert A. Selig “Große Ereignisse werfen ihre Schatten voraus,“ says a German proverb: “Great events cast their shadows ahead”. Though they are still ten or more years away, the years from 2020 to at leas... Read More...

Germany: A Sustainable Destination

“The impact of tourism on the world can be negative or positive, and our goal is to see to it that the travel industry is a force for good.” Taleb Rifai, Secretary-General of the UNWTO By Leah Larkin &nb... Read More...

Free Habitats and Hamburg´s Zoo Hagenbeck

By Peter Pabisch When we read that three billion birds have died recently in North America, mainly in the United States alone, we become concerned. What is happening in the world? Is climate change to be bla... Read More...

EASTER SEASON IN VIENNA

Savoring the sights, sounds and tastes of an Austrian spring. By Sharon Hudgins Photographs Courtesy Sharon & Tom Hudgins After spending a delightful Christmas holiday in Vienna (see German Life, Dec... Read More...

Germany’s “Full-Bodied” Rebland

Sunshine, food and distinctive wine combine for a good time. By Don Heimburger • Photographs Courtesy Don Heimburger The dark, mist- and cloud-covered mountains of the Black Forest rise up befor... Read More...

Books, Website Offer Help in Finding German Archives

By James M. Beidler There’s a concept in genealogy that is one of the most crucial mistakes to avoid as it will cost much time and heartburn. It’s called “presentism,” which is a coinage worthy of definition... Read More...

Berlin’s Green Cuisine

Berlin Michelin Star Chefs strive to provide sustainable dining in the German capital. Courtesy visitBerlin Vegetables Are the Stars of the Show Times and tastes are changing: the real food trend hunters... Read More...

SWEET LITTLE EASTER LAMB CAKES

By Sharon Hudgin • Photographs Courtesy Sharon Hudgins Easter baskets in America are usually filled with commercially made sweets such as little yellow marshmallow chicks, chocolate and peanut butter eggs, c... Read More...

Trier

A Bit of Rome Echoes on Germany’s Mosel River By James Ullrich • Photographs Courtesy Trier Tourismus und Marketing GmbH There are some cities that, as you approach their entrance, seem to announce their sp... Read More...

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