Germany

We chose Germany for our honeymoon and it was perfect for us. The romantic atmosphere in Dresden at night, the drama of Brandenburg Gate, the intimacy of small restaurants serving Bavarian beer — all of it added up to exactly what we were hoping for. vibrant arts scene in Berlin became an unexpecte…

Did Germany on a shoestring for 15 days and it was absolutely manageable. Based in cheap guesthouses near Dresden centre and ate mostly at local spots — schnitzel from street stalls cost almost nothing and was better than anything in a tourist restaurant. Checkpoint Charlie has an entry fee but wor…

I'll be honest — I went to Germany primarily to see Reichstag Building, and it delivered beyond what any photo prepares you for. But the surrounding region surprised me just as much. Cologne has a character I didn't anticipate, and wandering without a plan for an afternoon turned out to be one of th…

Visited Germany in shoulder season deliberately and the decision paid off completely. Checkpoint Charlie without peak crowds is a totally different experience. Munich felt lived-in rather than touristy. Found a small place doing the best pretzels I've ever tasted — something that would have been inv…

I came to Germany specifically for photography and the country delivered material at every turn. Reichstag Building at dawn was everything I'd hoped. Berlin's streets at dusk are an endless source of light and texture. The people, once comfortable with a camera, are extraordinary subjects. vibrant …