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| Munich | 8/16/2009 |
Q: I will be flying into Munich in Dec and am thinking of staying at a hotel in the Arabella Park ...
A: Since you will spend 3 days in Munich, the best way to get around is by public transportation. This ...
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| i got a pitcher | 7/30/2009 |
Q: Was at a sell and purchase a German Stoneware Pitcher. It is blue and white it has a saying on it ...
A: Loosely translated it means, "Wine, in earlier rounds, exhilaration with each hour." Better, "Wine, ...
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| Christmas in Bavaria | 7/20/2009 |
Q: I am a die-hard researcher when it comes to travel, so I'd value your expert opinion on our ...
A: Not sure how limited your trip is but here's the bottom line: Salzburg is in the eastern Alps. ...
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| German porcelain | 7/4/2009 |
Q: I just bought a set of dishes with the mark Bavaria - Schipnding Quality Porcelain. Pasadena- made ...
A: I found nothing by the name of Schipnding but plenty by Schirding. Given the wording you provided I ...
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| Germany | 6/15/2009 |
Q: We will fly into Geneva at the beginning of September, explore Switzerland for about a week, and ...
A: One week in the Schwarzwald along with an excursion to either Stuttgart or Munich is doable. Trying ...
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| I think I may have inherited Ludwig II's sword | 6/2/2009 |
Q: My grandfather confiscated many items during WWII. One of the items I have inherited after his death ...
A: The "L" could indicate Ludwig. But there are three of the to choose from. However, the motif most ...
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| bavaria and black forest | 5/28/2009 |
Q: We are planning a trip to Germany this Septmeber. The places I would like to see are 1. Frankfurt ...
A: This is doable in 12 days but maybe just on the border of over-extended if you include the Lake ...
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| historic woodcarvers | 5/28/2009 |
Q: I am looking for information about a woodcarver named Alfred O. Zwink who was situated in ...
A: You are correct that there is little on this woodcarver (and author!) online. Most of the Google ...
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| A Trip to Bavaria per car. | 5/6/2009 |
Q: I read your answer about the Ludwig trip in Bavaria... You answer for a guy who was making the trip ...
A: Well the itinerary would still be the same. The nice thing is you now have a car. So you can come ...
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| Rhine | 3/30/2009 |
Q: My husband and I are planning a trip to Germany in September (10th-20th). We have 10 days and ...
A: You have some wonderful and exciting ambitions. I wish you had a month or more to accomplish them ...
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| Transportation | 2/8/2009 |
Q: We have plans to join a tour to Austria, Switzerland, & Germany in July 2010 which will include the ...
A: Since you really want to dig in, I suggest a car. The Eurail option is good if you are experienced ...
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| Tour plans | 2/7/2009 |
Q: We have plans to join a tour to Austria, Switzerland, & Germany in July 2010 which will include the ...
A: You have such a wonderful opportunity before you. I saw the Passionspiele in 1984 (a special ...
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| Germany | 1/6/2009 |
Q: I am planning a trip to Germany this year. I will fly into Frankfurt but plan on visiting a town ...
A: I never heard of the town before but it is easy to find info on just about anyplace in Germany by ...
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| 1 week in Germany | 1/6/2009 |
Q: My wife and I are planning on spending a week in Germany then heading south for 7-10 days in Italy. ...
A: I'm so sorry I missed this followup. You may take either mode. The only issue with driving is the ...
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| 1 week in Germany | 1/3/2009 |
Q: My wife and I are planning on spending a week in Germany then heading south for 7-10 days in Italy. ...
A: You have time for them all and more. But that's assuming you are flying into Frankfurt aM. If not, ...
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| ulmer keramik | 9/10/2008 |
Q: I am trying to find someone who can tell me more about a piece of Ulmer Keramik pottery I have, and ...
A: The most reliable site I know of is: http://www.porcelainsite.com/porcelain/marks/start.shtml ...
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| Locations of train stations on a map? | 8/13/2008 |
Q: I just moved to Bavaria in the Grafenwohr area. I want to find the locations of train stations in ...
A: I got all the way to this page to find the Stadtplan (city plan - street map) before I got an error ...
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| furnished rental for 11 months | 8/10/2008 |
Q: My husband and 2 dogs are going to be living in the Amberg/Vilseck region for 12 months. I have ...
A: I usually go right to my favorites like: www.fewo-direkt.de Here's two that come up for Amberg: ...
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| winter in germany | 7/11/2008 |
Q: what itinery do you suggest for driving in Germany. We are arriving and leaving through frankfurt ...
A: The distances between your key cities are quite extensive. Driving the entire route may not be your ...
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| places to see | 6/16/2008 |
Q: I plan on visiting Germany with my wife in mid july, flying into frankfort and driving to the area ...
A: If at all possible can you cancel the flight to Nuremberg and get your money fully refunded? ...
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| places to see | 6/13/2008 |
Q: I plan on visiting Germany with my wife in mid july, flying into frankfort and driving to the area ...
A: Unfortunately you did not tell me how long you would be in Germany so I cannot give you any specific ...
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| Camera Equipment in the castles | 3/21/2008 |
Q: I have read and understand no photos in the castles. If, however, I have my camera bag with much ...
A: Of course you may take your camera inside on the tour. The restriction is simply on taking ...
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| German Wood carver | 3/7/2008 |
Q: I'm trying to find out information on a German wood carver Richard Lang (G.G. Lang) I have several ...
A: This is a tough one - you're right. The only thing I could find, counting on the high probability ...
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| West German Porcelain | 3/4/2008 |
Q: I have a pair of antique lamps past down from my grandmother. inside of the bottom they have a small ...
A: I do not know the mark but I do know the website of experts who can help you. I always use ...
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| Summer Germany Vacation | 1/15/2008 |
Q: My Mom and I are traveling to Germany this Summer. We are planning to spend 7 days total - 3 ...
A: You can certainly do all three small towns by car in the time allotted - I think. If you are going ...
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| Germany in December | 10/12/2007 |
Q: I'm planning a trip to Germany from 19th Dec - 24th Dec. There'll be 8 of us going on this trip. ...
A: Assuming your trip takes you on the 19th from Frankfurt down to the Black Forest first, count on ...
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| Seltsmann Weiden procelain | 7/9/2007 |
Q: I have a set of Seltsmann Weiden Porcelain which consist of plates,cups and saucers. The back of ...
A: I always recommend folks first go to this website: http://www.porcelainsite.com/porcelain/marks/ ...
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| Fuessen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen | 7/2/2007 |
Q: We would like to find out whether we can travel from Fuessen to Garmisch-Partenkirchen by bus. The ...
A: Yes you can! The RVO bus line goes to/from your locations. It is bus number 9606 with one stop in ...
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| Oktoberfest & lodging | 6/20/2007 |
Q: My boyfriend and I are planning a trip to Germany this coming autumn (late Sept - early Oct). He ...
A: If you love beer and that is the reason for your trip, then I recommend actually staying away from ...
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| Historic, beautiful villages... | 4/15/2007 |
Q: I've never been to Germany but I plan on spending 12 months in Germany touring next year. I've seen ...
A: Favorite #1 = Rothenburg ob der Tauber for best preserved ancient city #2 - Oberammergau for the ...
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| Names of train stations | 4/5/2007 |
Q: Larry, I seem to get into problems with all the Eurorail, etc. companies in the US because the town ...
A: I went right to the Deutsche Bahn at www.bahn.de. Here is one itinerary: München Hbf Regensburg ...
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| falkenstien castle | 3/5/2007 |
Q: I was wondering if you could tell me the history of the Falkenstein castle. My great-great ...
A: Burguine Falkenstein is indeed a former castle now in ruins. In its present state it was purchased ...
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| Where to stay in the Munich, Alps, Austria area | 2/27/2007 |
Q: I contacted (I think) the first house you suggested. I think that would be a great idea. We'd also ...
A: There are a number of links to vacation homes in Germany. www.fewo-welt.de www.fewo-direkt.de ...
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| Where to stay in the Munich, Alps, Austria area | 2/25/2007 |
Q: Our plane tickets are bought and we'll be arriving in Munich on June 21st. Though I've been to ...
A: I do recommend one location for your short stay. From there you can make day trips easily to each ...
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| Germany in March 2007 | 2/13/2007 |
Q: We can fly either into Frankfurt or Munich and we are flying from Munich into Nice. Any other ...
A: Well if you fly into Munich and you like the cold and snow, then do the Bavarian Alps! This is my ...
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| Germany in March 2007 | 2/12/2007 |
Q: Four of us are going to Provence on business in March 2007 and one of the people has never been to ...
A: Provence is a long way from Munich. It is also wintertime. These two major factors must weigh ...
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| Driving through Bavaria in February 2007 | 1/18/2007 |
Q: My wife and I are visiting Germany and Austria for the first time in February. Want to squeeze in ...
A: Going to Salzburg on your suggested road trip route will be fine. Just plan extra time for possible ...
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| Hitler's "Eagles Nest" | 1/2/2007 |
Q: Greetings Larry: I'm planning to be in Berchtesgaden on May 10, 2007 and would like to know if the ...
A: Good news! The latest version of the Kehlsteinhaus website says all is open again. Apparently ...
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| Traveling w/ Kids | 11/9/2006 |
Q: Our kids (14,10,9) want to go to Germany during their summer vacation 2007 (their first ...
A: The former KD Lines merged with Viking Cruises a few years ago. They offer a multitude of trip ...
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| woodcarving | 9/27/2006 |
Q: Are any advanced woodcarving seminars, workshops, or classes held in Bavaria or even the Black ...
A: The best woodcarvers I know of are in Oberammergau. Take a look at this link and follow the other ...
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| Munich and a train to Milano | 9/5/2006 |
Q: I am traveling to Munich over the next 6 weeks and am looking for day trips to see the sights. I am ...
A: This link leads you to the local beer gardens. The most famous and popular is in the Enlischer ...
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| East Germany | 8/5/2006 |
Q: I am going to ask a question that might be a little delicate but I am at present time writing a ...
A: This is a very good question and I am glad you are willing to put some thought to it. I think that ...
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| Europe Trip | 7/22/2006 |
Q: I have reviewed some of your previous answers and have found some of my answers but would like to ...
A: Your itinerary is very close to what I describe as the "Best of" series. You want to see it all in ...
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| burg frankenstein castle | 7/14/2006 |
Q: I saw that someone had inquired about the frankenstein castle, as i am now. i am living in ...
A: I am familiar with the Falkenstein castle, not Frankenstein. There is an hotel at the top of the ...
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| Aying, Germany | 7/13/2006 |
Q: My husband and I are going to Budapest and then to Munich in Oct. We want to stay outside of the ...
A: Here is a complete listing of lodging in Aying from their website www.aying.de. There are actually ...
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| travel to munich airport | 7/12/2006 |
Q: We will be staying near Innsbruk (do you recommend the Swarovski world?I see that you mention it) ...
A: The distance from Innsbruck to Munich is over 100 miles. I do not recommend trying to do this drive ...
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| currency | 7/8/2006 |
Q: I'm doing World War II research. How many German marks is 1.200.00? Is it twelve hundred? One ...
A: In those days, the proper rendering of the currency would have been as follows: 120.000 for one ...
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| Holidaying in germany/austria | 7/7/2006 |
Q: We are a Scottish family of 5, children 13 11 and 7, living in Cyprus and visiting Germany and ...
A: The most important thing you need to know about your holiday to Germany next month is that being the ...
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| Rhine River Daily Tour | 7/2/2006 |
Q: I have another question for you. When I was in Germany in 2000, I took a Rhine river tour from ...
A: The best river cruise company to use (formerly KD Lines) is Viking. You may find all the info you ...
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| Munich area, Alps, castles | 7/2/2006 |
Q: I just read one of your answers regarding what to see around Munich and it was so helpful! We're ...
A: Forgive me if I am way biased towards the Alps but I am a mountain guy, not a city guy. ...
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| Concentration camps of Germany | 6/27/2006 |
Q: Larry, My I live with my husband and four children in Darmstadt Germany, where my husband is ...
A: The site of the camp is approximately 60 kilometers northeast of Hannover between the towns of ...
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| gilt metal miniature ludwig II sleigh, | 6/2/2006 |
Q: i hope you can help me or refer me to someone.i recently aquired a miniature gilt metal probbly ...
A: I suggest you take the object to an antiques dealer who specializes in European items. I would love ...
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| Week in Germany | 5/25/2006 |
Q: My husband and I are planning a week in Germany next April and then meeting my parents in Italy for ...
A: Since you mentioned three countries in one week, I suggest you take the "Best of" tour in order to ...
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| hallo | 5/24/2006 |
Q: ill be visiting germany next week in time for the world cup.it will be my first time there.i'll be ...
A: Going to the World Cup matches is a sport in itself. Dress appropriately. I do not recommend ...
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| Antique vase from Western Germany | 4/30/2006 |
Q: Mr Caldwell: I hope you can assist me in identifying an item I have owned for years. It is a small ...
A: Please accept my apology for being so late on this response. My server deleted a bunch of e-mail ...
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| Camping in Germany | 4/24/2006 |
Q: My wife and I are to go to Germany for 10 days during the world Cup. We would like to watch ...
A: I don't do camping in Germany but I do know that it is very popular there. So I can only suggest ...
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| Best places in Bavaria! | 2/18/2006 |
Q: Guten Tag, Larry! I will be travelling to Bavaria in May. The plan now is to spend a couple days ...
A: The first castle to see is Ludwig's birthplace just outside of Munich. It is the summer residence ...
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| Southern Germany/ Bavaria | 2/10/2006 |
Q: Larry! I am planning a trip to Germany next summer and I had a few questions. Can you tell me the ...
A: You are planning my favorite itinerary! However, not knowing how long you will be there, and ...
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| Lodging | 1/1/2006 |
Q: I am a retired military and left Germany in 1990. I am going to visit in June or July. I was ...
A: A number of things have changed in fifteen years. Most notable was the reunification of East and ...
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| Falkenstein Castel | 12/31/2005 |
Q: Could you please send me any information, as to the history or info on the family that built the ...
A: The Falkenstein castle that I am familiar with was never built beyond a road and foundation ...
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| BERLIN | 12/23/2005 |
Q: I will be in Berlin the next year in march I want to know which is the best tourism neighborhood to ...
A: Your best hotels and close to tourist areas are found along the Ku'damm. I have no specific ...
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| Organic Meat Sources in Germany | 12/22/2005 |
Q: I happen to know an American friend who has just moved to Germany due to a new job, and, because ...
A: I am not an expert on organic food but I do know where to find the info you are looking for. As you ...
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| German castles | 12/22/2005 |
Q: i have been in germany for over one month, and have become very intereseted in the many castles ...
A: You must be in the Rhine area! The vineyards you see, many of them started during the Roman Empire ...
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| Crystal | 12/12/2005 |
Q: Larry, back a long time ago, I was stationed in Germany with the Army. One of our favorite ...
A: They have a wonderful website but unfortunately not with an English translation. It includes a map ...
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| furniture from Germany | 12/11/2005 |
Q: I don't know if you can help with this or not. My friend has a piece of furniture called a shrunk ...
A: What you have is an icebox. The best way to determine the value is to have an antique dealer give ...
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| how was germany | 10/6/2005 |
Q: i would like to know if what is the most famous or common type of food was there. My 2 twin sisters ...
A: At this time of year the most famous food is pretzels and beer (Oktoberfest). Most people associate ...
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| Bavarian Region | 8/2/2005 |
Q: My wife and I are going to stay in Bavaria for a week, starting Thanksgiving week. We plan to hit ...
A: Where will you be staying in Bavaria? It is a rather large state basically divided into four ...
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| I'll take a trip in Austria and Germany. How should I rent a car? | 7/10/2005 |
Q: The following are our (3 adults and 2 children, 15 and 10 years old) itineraries: 7/23 22:00 ...
A: 1. Since this is your first trip and you have about ten days to do it, you want to maximize your ...
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| Munich-Innsbruck-Salzburg | 6/16/2005 |
Q: I am 26 and traveling alone by train. Is this itinerary possible after I spend time in Switzerland? ...
A: The itinerary is doable as long as the trains support it. Have you already verified this at ...
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| german porcelain | 6/12/2005 |
Q: I have some pieces and engraved on the bottom of each piece is s symbol of a kings crown and written ...
A: My bad. I hit the wrong button on the first reply. You want to go to www.porcelainsite.com and ...
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| Rothenburg and concentration camps | 5/8/2005 |
Q: I am going to be traveling to Germany in two weeks. My friends and I are planning to spend a day or ...
A: The town of Rothenburg is loaded with great things to see and do. That's why it is one of Germany's ...
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| Castles, Fussen, Munich visit | 5/6/2005 |
Q: We have our honeymoon in Bavaria, Venice, Vienna, Budapest, Salzburg, and Budapest for 2 weeks in ...
A: The area between Fuessen and Munich is known as the Koenigswinkel. Most of it has to do with King ...
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| Berlin, Prague, Regensburg in May | 3/27/2005 |
Q: Our California family has 11 days for Berlin, Prague and Regensburg in May. Any suggestions of ...
A: Starting in Berlin and working our way south (assuming you are flying into Berlin): Around the ...
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| Mosel Valley | 3/23/2005 |
Q: Can you advise me regarding your favorite small villages along the Mosel River. My wife and I will ...
A: Unfortunately I have never spent much time along the Mosel. I do know that it is the less touristy, ...
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| traveling direct from Freiburg im Breisgau to Hohenschwangau | 2/28/2005 |
Q: I will be visiting Germany in April and I would like to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to ...
A: The shortest train (least number of stops) from Freiburg to Hohenschwangau (Fuessen) is two. ...
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| vacation plans | 2/8/2005 |
Q: My wife & I are planning to visit Germany (and other countries)in Europe this coming fall. We'll be ...
A: The Obersalzburg house (Kehlsteinhaus or Eagle's Nest) is still standing, quite intact, high above ...
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| How to travel between countries | 9/11/2004 |
Q: We are planning a 2 week visit to Germany, Austria with a side trip to Switzerland and Northern ...
A: Each option that you mention for travel in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland is very easy. The cost ...
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| Falkenstein Ruins | 9/6/2004 |
Q: Falkenstein is my Grandmother's maiden name. I know how much it means to her as well as the rest of ...
A: There are at least four Falkensteins that I know of from Web searches. I am only familiar with the ...
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| B&B's in Germany | 8/24/2004 |
Q: Konnen Sie mir helfen? I've been searching on the internet in vain for a nice website with helpful ...
A: Oh I have some gems! I've been using them to set up my next trip to Germany next year. Here they ...
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| TOPPLERSCHLOSS IN ROTHENBURG | 8/24/2004 |
Q: I WAS INTERESTING IN FINDING MORE INFORMATION ON TOPPLERSCHLOSS IN ROTHENBERG. APPARENTLY YOU TAKE A ...
A: You're looking for the Topplerturm. It was built in 1404. Google has nothing on this tower except ...
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| Berlin accomodations | 7/2/2004 |
Q: Do you know of a good, inexpensive place to stay for a few days in the Berlin area for a family of ...
A: This web page is specific to your question but provides just one answer. I'll give you a few more. ...
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| Trip Planning | 6/23/2004 |
Q: Larry, I am planning a trip next year with my wife and 2 boys ages 12 and 15. I would like to know ...
A: I am soooo sorry for the delay in this answer. Salzburg to Munich is a great drive that you and ...
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| room in munich | 6/8/2004 |
Q: I appriciate your page Could you please let me know how i can find a hotel/bed and breakfast/pension ...
A: Absolutely. As for almost any town or city in Germany, you can find its homepage by typing, for ...
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| Weather in May | 4/19/2004 |
Q: Aloha, We are coming over from Hawaii. What is the weather like there in May? We have to travel ...
A: Aloha. Your only clue to location in Germany is Munich so I will assume that you will be spending ...
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| east germany | 4/12/2004 |
Q: Larry, i'm a student at Widener Univ., and i need to do a paper on tourism in the former east ...
A: Immediately after the fall in 1989, the first wave of "tourists" was the re-uniting of German ...
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| Regensburg | 4/8/2004 |
Q: To Mr. Caldwell I am planning to travel to east Germany this summer and shall be staying near ...
A: Your vicinity to the Alps is about 200 km to the south. The Bavarian Forest is rather flat. When I ...
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| Bavaria/Austria itinerary? | 4/5/2004 |
Q: I have been planning a Bavarian vacation for our family of 4 (using the internet) and just found ...
A: Air conditioning can be very important at times. One spring I was in Germany and it was extremely, ...
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| Salzburg-Garmisch driving time | 3/29/2004 |
Q: I am planning a trip where we will visit relatives in Frankfurt, take the kids to Salzburg for a ...
A: The drive from Garmisch to Salzburg looks shorter than it is. As the crow flies, it is 150 ...
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| Short holiday in Germany | 3/28/2004 |
Q: We wish to spend about 5 days in South Germany, and have a hire car. We are very interested in the ...
A: A delightful first! I am just about to board a plane myself and just received this question. Since ...
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| Holiday June 7-14 | 3/25/2004 |
Q: We are working our way bottom up through Italy coming to Germany by way of Munich. What are the ...
A: Travel by car (and foot) is the best way to tour the southern part of Germany. With so many ...
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| Rothenburg and Schwabish Gmund | 3/21/2004 |
Q: We lived in Heubach in the early 70's when my husband was stationed in the Army in Schwabish Gmund. ...
A: Hotel Kreuz Hauptstraße 75 73529 Schwäbisch Gmünd-Hussenhofen Telefon: (0 71 71) 8 15 90 Telefax: ...
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| Rothenburg odT | 3/9/2004 |
Q: Can you recommend pensions or bed and breakfasts in your area? My friend and I will be travelling ...
A: A complete listing (in English) can be found at www.rothenburg.de. Since I do not know your budget, ...
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| southern germany | 3/5/2004 |
Q: Could you please tell of any interesting sites eg. castles etc. that we should not miss when we ...
A: I'll start at Salzburg because I am not familiar with Vienna other than to say if you and your boys ...
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| Location of a castle, please help | 3/1/2004 |
Q: Hey, I am panning a trip to france and germany hopefully this summer 2004. However, I have a unique ...
A: I never heard of this one before your e-mail. Google has the following: ...
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| Frankenstein's Castle | 2/23/2004 |
Q: party of 2 passing through Germany in early May, any info on Frankenstein Castle? Arrive Frankfurt ...
A: I never heard of an actual Frankenstein castle until you wrote to me. So I Googled it and found the ...
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| Planning a trip to Germany | 2/20/2004 |
Q: Thinking to travel Germany in May / June for few days only. It seems many Alps in Germany. which ...
A: Fly into Munich. You can see the Alps from there about one hour south. They are very accessible by ...
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| Holocaust | 2/1/2004 |
Q: A friend and I just watched Schindler's List for the first time (I was too young when it first came ...
A: To understand the mind of the "monster", go right to the source. Hitler wrote "Mein Kampf", a book ...
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| gausthof with family of 4 | 11/22/2003 |
Q: When we were in Germany 20 years ago,it was just my husband and I. Now as I do an internet search, I ...
A: You have discovered a perplexing travel problem that unfortunately keeps many travelling American ...
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| winter weather in Germany | 11/4/2003 |
Q: How's the weather in south and east of Germany during early December? What kind of clothing should ...
A: Forgive me for being so late with this answer. Southern German weather in December varies from ...
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| hotels | 10/28/2003 |
Q: Larry, Do you know if most hotels have baby beds? I have twins 19 month olds and don't want to have ...
A: Ask the hotel before you go. Some have them and some do not. Ask specifically for a Baby Bett. ...
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| moving to erlangen for 2 months | 6/6/2003 |
Q: I just received an ok for my internship in erlangen germany. However, I am left to find my own ...
A: Ah you were so close. Go back to www.erlangen.de and click on City-Tourist Info on the left-hand ...
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| Transportation | 5/26/2003 |
Q: Caldwell, I will be travelling to Munich next month and was wondering if you would be able to tell ...
A: The closest castle to Munich is Nymphenburg, right on the city limits. This is the summer home of ...
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| German History | 5/4/2003 |
Q: i was wondering if you could please help me. What did the Nazis plan to do with the Jews before they ...
A: In 1923, the Nazi party was young and inexperienced. Their leader, Adolf Hitler, attempted to ...
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