Tag: Germany
BERLIN – THE EMPTY CITY RIGHT NOW
Hi my lovely readers! It was sooo good to see my family again last week and to head into Berlin for one day of sightseeing and shopping. My Mum and I decided to visit the Aquarium Berlin located at, as we locals call it Ku’damm or Kurfürstendamm, because I haven’t been to a zoo or aquarium for a very long time and I really wanted … Continue reading BERLIN – THE EMPTY CITY RIGHT NOW
BLOGANUARY DAY2 – A ROADTRIP I’D LOVE TO TAKE
Hi my lovely readers! It’s day two of Bloganuary and so far I’m going strong. Well, it’s only been two days but you know we often set good intentions and they go out the window the next day. The writing prompt for today relates very nicely to my blog, which is: What is a road trip you would love to take? I love travelling around … Continue reading BLOGANUARY DAY2 – A ROADTRIP I’D LOVE TO TAKE
HOW GERMANS CELEBRATE NEW YEAR’S EVE
Hi my lovely readers! Phew, Christmas 2021 is more or less behind us and New Year’s Eve or as we call it in Germany Silvester is approaching quickly. In Germany we tend to spend New Year’s Eve like most people around the world. We go to or host parties and at midnight watch the fireworks. However, some of us also prefer to have a quiet … Continue reading HOW GERMANS CELEBRATE NEW YEAR’S EVE
THE PALACE OF SANSSOUCI – WITHOUT A CARE
Hi my lovely readers! The Palace of Sanssouci, translated into “without a care” was the summer residents and pleasure palace of Frederick the Great, King of Prussia. Sanssouci is located in Potsdam, a short drive or train ride away from Berlin and makes for a perfect day trip away from the city. Sanssouci is located within Sanssouci Park and is one of the many attractions … Continue reading THE PALACE OF SANSSOUCI – WITHOUT A CARE
2020 TRAVEL PHOTO DIARY
Hi my lovely readers! This week marked one year for me of working from home and the 16th March marks one year of lockdown here in the UK. That sounds really depressing, right? One year since life changed for all of us. But then I went through last years pictures and I noticed that although I was not able to travel outside of Britain really … Continue reading 2020 TRAVEL PHOTO DIARY
MY MUM’S GERMAN POTATO SALAD
Hi my lovely readers! In one of my posts about Christmas traditions in Germany, I talked about a lot of Germans eating potato salad on Christmas Eve for dinner instead of a festive roast. You can read all about it here if you would like to find out more. Today, I want to share with you the potato salad recipe that I have learned and … Continue reading MY MUM’S GERMAN POTATO SALAD
CHRISTMAS TRADITIONS IN GERMANY – ST NICHOLAS DAY
Hi my lovely readers! I wish you all a pleasant and festive 2nd Advent today and a happy St Nicholas Day! St Nicholas Day is a very important day for children in Germany during the Christmas season. It is celebrated every year on the 6th of December. It is a day when children get rewarded for being nice or punished with a rod or stick … Continue reading CHRISTMAS TRADITIONS IN GERMANY – ST NICHOLAS DAY
CHRISTMAS TRADITIONS IN GERMANY – POTATO SALAD AND WIENER WÜRSTCHEN
Hi my lovely readers! Christmas is around the corner and I am certainly thinking about Christmas lunch already. I am spending Christmas in the UK this year for the first time alone with my partner. Normally, I would be in Germany or my parents would be here, but this is not possible this year. Still, I am determined to make it a nice festive period … Continue reading CHRISTMAS TRADITIONS IN GERMANY – POTATO SALAD AND WIENER WÜRSTCHEN
NEW PALACE – THE PRESTIGIOUS PALACE OF FREDERICK THE GREAT
Hi my lovely readers! As you may know, or maybe not, I am originally from Berlin, Germany. I love my hometown, there is plenty to see and do in Berlin. However, if you ever plan to to travel to Berlin, make the time to go to Potsdam to visit all the sights that are situated in Sanssouci Park, especially the New Palace, which this post … Continue reading NEW PALACE – THE PRESTIGIOUS PALACE OF FREDERICK THE GREAT
MY FAVOURITE CHRISTMAS MARKETS IN BERLIN
Christmas is my favourite time of the year! Everything is beautifully decorated; the Christmas lights glitter everywhere and I absolutely love all the good food and drinks. One tradition that cannot be missed is going to the Christmas market. Many people go abroad during the festive season for a quick city break and in case you happen to go to Berlin, take a break from … Continue reading MY FAVOURITE CHRISTMAS MARKETS IN BERLIN
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