After a distinguished drinking career spanning a quarter of a century, I’ve finally settled on my favourite two beers – and […]
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The seven best viewing platforms in Europe
The first thing I do when I visit anywhere new is seek out the highest building, be it TV tower […]
Trier, Germany – a city with more Roman ruins than Rome
If classical architecture, wine and historic sights on every street corner are your thing, you opt for a short break […]
Top six things to do in Munich
Tell anyone you’re going to Munich, and the first thing they’ll say is “are you going for Oktoberfest?” But there’s […]
Half a day in Hanover
The German city of Hanover doesn’t get too many tourists – its visitors tend to come on business for trade […]
Top 10 beers of the world: #7 – Kölsch
Eau de Cologne is not the only magical liquid that Germany’s fourth biggest city is famous for producing, as anyone […]
Berlin: A walk in the (Olympic) park
Got the post-Olympic blues? The London 2012 Olympic Park may have closed its doors for now, but the Olympic Stadium […]
Berlin by Bierbike
The twin pillars of any good weekend break are alcohol and sightseeing in large quantities. Make the most of your […]
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