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The Sound of Music didn't lie, the hills are alive in Salzburg, Austria. Famous for beautiful scenery, high-end shopping and of course, a little someone named Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Salzburg is a destination worthy of anyone's European bucket list. While we only spent two nights in this medieval mountain town, we enjoyed our time dodging rain clouds and exploring the city. Here were some of our favorite experiences. Getreidegasse  Shopping and souvenirs, check. Adorable, totally instagramable streets, check. A big a$$ castle perched atop a massive hill, check. Getreidegasse is a Salzburg hotspot for tourists and locals alike. Get lost exploring the winding cobblestone roads, grab a bite to eat at an outdoor plaza or check out some local history. Composition fans rejoice, Getreidegasse happens to be the birthplace of one of the world's favorite composers, Mozart. Being Mozart's hometown is not a claim to fame that Salzburg takes lightly. If you take a look a...

The Kehlsteinhaus, aka the Eagle's Nest, sits over 6,000 ft high in the Berchtesgaden Alps. Originally built as a birthday present for Adolf Hitler, this chalet structure is a survivor of the Third Reich with spectacular 360-degree views of the surrounding land. Today the Kehlsteinhaus acts as a restaurant/picture perfect viewing point where visitors can explore the same rooms that were once occupied by Germany's most infamous historical figures. Enjoy lunch, grab a beer or simply take in the breathtaking scenery. Drinkers beware, the Eagle's Nest has no shortage of steep drops and isn't exactly a place you'd want to be tipsy.  While the view upon the top of this alpine wonder is simply serene, getting there isn't exactly relaxing. The peak of the mountain can only be reached by one road, Kehlsteinstrasse, on a specially designed bus. Kehlsteinstrasse is one of the highest mountain roads in the entire country with a max gradient of 24 percent and an ...

After spending a ballin' week in Berlin we were ready for part two of our adventure, a six-hour drive on the Autobahn to Regensburg. What was on the agenda? First, a fabulous evening at the historic Altstadthotel in the town square followed by more driving in the morning to reach our final destination, Bavaria. This leg of the trip was rather historical filled with medieval cities and majestic castles. Regensburg Boasting the title of "Germany's best-preserved medieval city", Regensburg is a sight to be seen. Endless shops, local restaurants and great places to grab a drink line the city's many winding, cobblestone streets. During our short stint at Regensburg, it was evident that the ancient city is a hot tourist attraction for visitors and locals alike. When in Regensburg be sure to visit the Steinerne Brueke (Stone Bridge), which is a stone bridge that carried tourists and traders across the Danube river since the 1100s. https://bit.ly/2liBRG5 ...

When people think of Germany Munich's what comes to mind. Lederhosen, steins overflowing with beer, and lebkuchen for days, this Bavarian hotspot checks-off all the German stereotype boxes. Munich is a great place to explore even if you aren't in town for the two-week beer-slingin' party that is Oktoberfest. The city offers unique sights, upscale shopping, and a beer garden that can't be beat. Here are the attractions you won't want to miss if you find yourself in Bavaria's capital city. Mike's Bike Tour What better way to familiarize yourself with the city than getting around like a local, by bike. Mike's Bike Tour guides you through the city stopping at many notable locations along the way such as the Feldherrnhalle, Hofgarten, and the New Town Hall. The tour combines history, adventure and loads of dad-jokes for guaranteed entertainment.  Perhaps the most notable part of the tour is the lunch break at the Englischer Garten, home to the second...

After spending two glorious weeks in Germany and Austria my return to reality has been abrupt. As I sit at my desk reminiscing about our fantastic adventures and the memories we made my feelings are bittersweet. Yes, it's nice to be home, but what I wouldn't give to be sipping on a crisp beer along the river Spree. Luckily, where there are adventures there's plenty of good material for a new blog post or two. If you find yourself on the hunt for fun in Berlin, you're in luck. Below is a list of my favorite experiences from our Berlin adventure.  Original Berlin Walks: After recovering from a bad case of jet lag we were ready to explore Berlin by foot. During our first full day in the city, we saw an ad for Original Berlin Walks and decided to join in on the fun. Original Berlin Walks offers a variety of themed tours such as Discover Berlin, Hitler's Germany and even a Berlin Food Crawl. For newbies to Berlin, I recommend the Discover Berlin tour which is what w...