November 9 is a key date in Germany history. What happened on November 9 and what led up to that point? Have a look at 1919 when Communists ruled in…... more
The storied Schneider Brewery has released a new, special edition, Weissbier. You can't taste it in the USA, so you'll only be able to read about! ... more
Travel Writer Rick Steves discusses the great beer at Kloster Andechs and the wonderful atmosphere for enjoying this great beer in the Bavarian…... more
Füssen, located on the Austrian border at the foot of the Alps, is a hidden treasure. Many tourists come to Füssen, but yet never see it. How can that…... more
If you are traveling to Germany during Advent, it won’t take long for you to run into Glühwein. Usually translated as “mulled wine, it is a hot drink…... more
The German-American community is alive and well in Cincinnati. June 6, 2009 was German Day and the community turned out in large numbers. I traveled…... more
Germany is commonly identified as the home of Christmas tradition. Recognizing this perception, BayernTrips has built a small group tour around the…... more
"After the Wiesn is before the Wiesn!" So goes the expression in Munich! It's already time to make your plans not to miss out on the fun in 2014!... more
Most everyone has heard of Ludwig II and his famous "Fairy-Tale" or "Cinderella" castle of Neuschwanstein. Some have even heard of Linderhof or…... more
The institution of the Bavarian Wirtshaus is examined. How is it different than a Restaurant and Pub. What is the etiquette when you enter such a…... more
If you love the big band sound coupled with smooth, crystal clear vocals, be sure to catch Max Raabe & The Palast Orchester during their USA Tour in…... more
The 2013 Oktoberfest logo has been decided! On February 6, 2013, the winner was announced here in Munich. With the theme, “The Maßkrug holds more than…... more
The German Railway provides a convienient and cost effective solution when in need of a bike in the larger German Cities. The technology is great -…... more
With a presence in 70 countries across the globe, Erdinger Weissbräu is the largest Weissbier producer on the planet. If you are in Munich, a brewery…... more
