Camping in Germany can feel a bit like a peculiar affair to a foreigner. When we lived in the US, it involved no more planning than throwing our camping gear, kayaks, and dog into the truck and heading up into...
Have you ever wondered what it’s like camping in Germany? Or are you planning your own camping trip and want to know what to expect? After an inordinate amount of effort on our part, we can now answer that. We finally...
This year we spent the long Easter weekend exploring Prague, the Czech Republic’s bustling capital city. Famous for its well-preserved historic buildings, fascinating architecture, and rich history, the city has definitely earned its place on any traveler’s bucket list. But...
Have you ever seen a glacier up close? Hiked along one, touched it, or possibly hazarded a crossing? If so, you’ll know they’re powerful forces of nature, hulking masses of snow and ice, creeping downhill so imperceptibly they could easily...
On a continent that has as many castles as America has drive-thru coffee stands, one crumbling old fortress can almost start to look the same as the next. With that in mind, it would be almost forgivable to assume that...
Travis and I realized some years back that our rather unorthodox style of roughin’ it when we travel is not everybody’s cup of tea. Though I don’t think we’ve actually completely destroyed any friendships because of trips with friends, we...
One of the prettiest towns in Europe is Lucerne, right in the heart of Switzerland. Its location on the shores of Lake Lucerne, with its crystal clear waters and steep forested mountains, make it a dream for outdoor lovers. Unfortunately,...
