Frankfurt & Bad Homburg

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We got to the Frankfurt Süd station really early.  We had our little breakfast of coffee, orange juice, and the ubiquitous ham and cheese with rolls continental. When the doors opened and we got off the train, we stepped on a smooth white blanket covering the ground.  We got snow!   It was still 5-something am and the city was still sleeping. I'll admit, I did wish I was still sleeping too!  Rather than figure another train just to get to town quicker with nothing yet open, we decided to enjoy the snow and the calm quiet with a walk.  Not too far from Frankfurt Süd station is a part of the city we loved when we were here a couple years ago.  Sachsenhausen is a nice...

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New Year's Day in Vienna

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Last night was a late one, so we slept in a little on New Year's Day.  It was our last day in Vienna, so we did need to force ourselves up and pack.  We left our happy little room behind and took that long winding staircase down to the lobby.  Good we were able to leave our bags to spend the day unburdened.  We headed out for breakfast and stopped at a place called Point of Sale.  My dad actually knows the owner, but we knew he wasn't around so didn't bother asking.   We never met him before anyway.  His place did have a great breakfast though – ham and eggs, rolls, orange juice, and of course some melange.  All so good!

After the big party and waltz that is the New Year celebration, Vienna has a...

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New Year's Eve in Vienna Pt. 2

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As the day went on, we saw more amazing architecture, found a hidden gem that was lost to time, and spent time in another wonderful cafe. As the clock ticked toward midnight we were serenaded by opera and orchestra music, and we waltzed in the new year Vienna style!

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New Year's Eve in Vienna

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It’s New Year’s Eve, and tonight we celebrated in Vienna! We picked up some things in the Nachtmarkt which led to a horrifyingly embarrassing yet hysterical experience! Surviving that, we settled into an outstanding cafe, found Johann Strauss in the park, and visited Vienna’s famous cathedral…

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Bratislava Pt. 2

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Surprised at how empty the city seemed, we ventured off to find some excitement. A nice market lined street and cross over the river eventually led us to the UFO. Beam us up!! After surviving our abduction and braving the frigid wind for an outstanding view, we sought out an amazing little restaurant that was well worth the effort!

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Bratislava

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An easy side trip from Vienna, we took a train out to Bratislava! We were in the right place at the right time to happen upon a changing of the guard at the presidential palace, then we ventured through the old town for cafes, churches, and a crumbly old yet still beautiful abandoned street. We couldn't resist the inner tourist coming out when we found our way to the old square!

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Vienna Pt. 2

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Cafe hunt successful, we enjoyed a Viennese Melange. Vienna does have the best coffee! I got to visit one of my favorite buildings in the whole world, then had another dose of fine art at the Kunsthistoriches Museum before finishing the night out by returning to a great restaurant we went to soon after we first met!

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Vienna

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We're back in Vienna! We truly love this city. After a tasty breakfast and some language issues, we stroll through the Nachtmarkt, ogle some impressive architecture, and find my dad's old apartment! We stand at the steps of the Rahlgasse, which we climbed at the very start of our travels and relationship. We journey through the life of Egon Schiele at the Leopold Museum, where I take a liking to a certain naked lady, before heading out to the park and a cafe hunt!

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Salzburg Pt. 2

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There was a steep hill that led up to a park. We made the pilgrimage, and were rewarded with the best views of the city! We tried some Stroh Hüttenpunsch and visited some shops before grabbing the train to Vienna. Then it was time for late night Serbian food near the Nachtmarkt! 

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Salzburg

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Morning in Salzburg! We get a simple yet amazing breakfast with our favorite coffee before venturing out to the cathedral. We found a really cool old cemetery, took the tram up to the castle, got creeped out a bit in a marionette museum, and found a cute little local specialty shop. If all that wasn't enough, we also found a pretzel truck!

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Andechs, then on to Salzburg

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Andechs, home to one of my favorite breweries in the world!! Beer was had for sure, but first we had our jaws dropped at the most beautiful monastery church we've ever seen. After getting one of my favorite beers right from the source, we drive back to Munich, then take the train to Salzburg....

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Neuschwanstein

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We took the hike up the mountain to Neuschwanstein, the castle that defines the phrase "fantasy castle". We admire the castle from close, from far, and just stand in awe of its beauty... which helps to distract us from the biting wind as we cross the narrow, bouncy bridge that spans the mountains! We hike our way back down, grabbing a local donut snack, before visiting the lonely little church at the base of the mountian.

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Fussen & Hohenschwangau

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We woke to a beautiful day in Fussen! We took a little hike along the bluest water we've ever seen, then ventured up to the mountains to see some castles! First we visit King Ludwig's first castle Hohenschwangau, and begin the incredibly scenic hike up to the famous Neuschwanstein! 

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The Romantic Road - Dinkelsbühl

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We took the slow way down the Romantic Road to the absolutely beautiful town of Dinkelsbühl, which quickly became one of our favorites! We walked through the old streets lined with brilliantly colored buildings, trying to imagine a life here. We traveled further down the Romantic Road and found an old castle ruin, finishing our day in an interesting hotel in the mountain town of Fussen.

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The Romantic Road - Rothenburg

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We said our goodbyes to Nuremberg and headed west toward the Romantic Road, starting off in the beautiful medieval city of Rothenburg. We marveled at the city gates, strolled through a cute little park, picked up some of the local favorite schneeballen, and climbed the city walls!

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Christmas Day in Nuremberg

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Christmas Day! It's the perfect day for.... historical WWII sites???? We visited the rally grounds where the Nazi movement and the foundations of the war started here in Nuremberg, before wandering through the crumbling remains of a zeppelin field. After lots of reflection on the unfortunate events of this period in history, we got back into the Christmas spirit with a great dinner and beer!

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Christmas Eve in Nuremberg Pt. 2

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As the locals made their way home for main part of their holiday, we went on a grocery adventure, spent more time in the markets, and had more of those amazing Nuremberg sausages! We spent the night with an amazing dinner and had our own little German Christmas.

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Christmas Eve in Nuremberg

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On the morning of Christmas Eve, we reflected on the German Christmas holidays which are so important here. We found an old bridge, a beautiful cobblestone street lined with colorful buildings, and enjoyed the view over the river. We eventually made our way up through Albrecht Dürer Platz and the Nuremberg Castle!

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Nuremberg Pt. 2

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After a quick nap, we venture back out into the city for more markets, a drop into our favorite shop in the Handwerkerhof, and finished out the day with a spectacular dinner and a lot of schnapps!

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Nuremberg

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After a long flight with a bad plan, we finally arrived in Nuremberg! We've been here before, but now we're back for a bit longer to really dig in! Today we saw one of my favorite creepy sculptures, went to the Christmas Market, and got some sausage!

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