Practical tips for your independent journey
A successful trip begins long before departure. Whether it’s transportation, accommodations, the best time to visit, or practical questions on the ground — thoughtful planning makes your journey more relaxed and flexible.
In this category you will find my articles on organizing your trip to Germany. Topics include route planning, preparing road trips, using planning tools such as Google Maps, and practical advice on tickets, accommodations, and mobility.
My focus is on independent travel: without rigid group schedules, but with clear structure, cultural depth, and enough time for your own discoveries.
Planning is only the first step.
In the Cities category, you’ll find concrete destinations for your stay.
Under Regions you’ll discover broader cultural landscapes.
The Road Trips category helps you combine multiple destinations into a well-structured itinerary.
For deeper historical background, feel free to browse the UNESCO World Heritage, Castles, Palaces & Architectural Landmarks and Places of Remembrance categories.
This allows you to combine practical organization with meaningful preparation.
Frankfurt Airport is the first major hub in Germany for many international travelers. With two terminals, several train stations and a multitude of services, it can seem confusing at first glance - especially if you are looking for a...
Ilka Kind asks what I like to play in her blog parade. Not much these days, is my first thought. This is probably mainly because there are no more children around me. My sister's and my children are already over thirty. Every now and then...
Can you imagine taking a road trip through Germany? Great idea! Germany is a great country for a varied road trip. For me, it's the best way to explore my home country. Being on the road in my own car gives me...
Lonely Planet, the bible of backpackers and independent travelers, is done for me! A recent news item on my favorite podcast startled me: Lonely Planet has released its annual "Best in Travel" destinations for 2024*....
I plan all my travel routes with Google My Maps. This is a feature of Google Maps that you may not know about. You can use it to create and customize your own maps. The feature is great for planning routes with multiple stopover destinations....
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