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Germany
New public artwork imitates the changing mood of the city
For the people of Lindau, Germany, there is no such thing as keeping your mood to yourself. At least, not since German artists Julius Von Bismarck, Richard Wilhelmer, and Benjamin Maus installed a "Fuehlometer" (Feel-o-Meter), an interactive piece of public artwork ...
Collect virtual passport stamps with VisaStamper
It's a favorite ritual for many travelers to leaf through their passport (often while waiting in an immigration line), reminiscing on each stamp and the destination it represents. When a passport is lost or expired, losing all those hard-earned stamps can be tragic. ...Visit the world's largest indoor rainforest resort
While Europe isn't typically known for it's tropical rainforests, a visit to the Tropical Islands in Germany can show you that they do indeed exist on the continent. In fact, the world's largest indoor rainforest is located right outside of Berlin in the town of Krausnick.
...Traditional holiday beverages from around the world
Americans aren't very creative when it comes to traditional holiday beverages (do, however, look for my upcoming story on Boulder's banging mixology scene, which includes some killer contemporary winter cocktails). Historically, though, we're more of an eggnog/mulled ...Kids travel gift: Junior "crumpled" city maps
Last year we reported on Italian designer Emanuele Pizzolorusso's crumpled city maps, a delightful series of maps made out of tough waterproof material. Pizzolorusso's maps can withstand crumpling and crushing. They fit in a little pouch and are easily transportable. ...Want to walk up a giant, looping roller coaster?
On November 13, 2011, the "Tiger & Turtle - Magic Mountain" sculpture in Duisburg, Germany, opened to the public. This isn't your average piece of public art, however, as it is designed like a giant roller coaster with stairs and slopes that people can actually walk on. ...10 best art hotels for creative travelers
Sometimes when traveling, the average hotel can get a little boring. Why not try something unique and artistic on your next trip? These ten hotels don't just hang paintings on the walls, they make guests feel as if they're staying in a real life work of art.
Daddy Long ...Remembering the fallen
Today is Veterans Day, also known as Remembrance Day and Armistice Day because in 1918, at the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month, World War One ended.
For four years the nations of the world had torn each other apart. The Austro-Hungarian Empire ...10 best bridge walks around the world
Around there globe, there are many amazing bridges that combine interesting history, incredible architecture and breathtaking views. Crossing a great bridge, especially on foot, can be quite a memorable experience, not to mention it's completely free. While it is hard to ...Five sustainable alternatives to turkey this Thanksgiving or holiday season
If you expected to see "Tofurkey" anywhere in this article, you clearly aren't familiar with my work. Nope, no textured vegetable protein here.
As a kid--an obnoxiously picky eater, at that--turkey was on my lengthy list of foods to avoid. I suspect it was the notoriously ...Airberlin announces new direct route from Los Angeles, California, to Berlin, Germany
The USA is Berlin's most important market overseas, as can be seen by the 180,000 Americans that visited Germany's capital from January through August, 2011. That is why it is so exciting that airberlin has announced a new, direct route from Los Angeles to Berlin that is set ...Be a part of Christmas history in Weimar, Germany
Did you know that the first Christmas tree was erected in Weimar, Germany? Or, that one of the most famous Christmas carols, "O, Du Fröhliche" was composed there, as well? If you're looking to have a traditional Christmas as well as be a part of the holiday's past, then ...Enjoy art and brunch in the same place in Berlin, Germany
What do you get when you mix an American editor and art curator and a French chef? Heroes, a venue in the Neukölln district of Berlin, that is equal parts food and art. In fact, there is an exhibition space in the back of the restaurant.
This small cafe has a funky, ...The Rhine leading the blind: A blindfolded walking tour in Cologne, Germany
To prove that travel and urban exploration need not be limited to mere sightseeing, and can provide a rewarding multi-sensory experience, one man has introduced blindfolded walking tours to the German city of Cologne.
Axel Rudolph created Blindwalk in order to lead ...Serial public art around the world
Public art exhibitions featuring a common sculpture that is multiplied and then embellished by various artists have been popping up in cities worldwide since 1998. Artistic director Walter Knapp first came up with the idea and convinced artists to dot Zurich, Switzerland ...Germany opens new military museum in Dresden
A new military museum has opened in Dresden, Germany.
The Militärhistorisches Museum der Bundeswehr opened today and is sure to court controversy. With the shadow of the Third Reich always looming over the German historical consciousness, the design of the displays ...5 best fast food chains around the world
While fast food often gets a bad rep, you can't expect to eat all of your meals sitting in down in slow food restaurants. And, when traveling abroad, you will sometimes find that fast food doesn't always necessarily mean greasy fries and fattening burgers. Travelers can make ...10 interesting food museums from around the world
While many people visit museums in order to learn about culture, art, or history, how many out there can say they've gone to a museum to see an exhibit on SPAM? Or to learn the processing history of salami? While somewhat out of the norm, these 10 interesting food museums ...Remains of forgotten genocide victims returned by Berlin museum
It's the genocide most people have forgotten, a ruthless extermination of men, women, and children while an uncaring world focused on other things.
From 1904 to 1908, German colonial rulers in what is now Namibia systematically exterminated the Herero and Nama people. ...Why you should visit Germany this Christmas
For those looking to have an authentic experience that really makes you feel like you're in the Christmas spirit, head over to LutherCountry in eastern Germany to sip Glühwein (mulled wine), partake in a piece of Stollen (traditional German cake with fried fruit), ...
