Exploring Germany’s Rhine and Moselle Rivers with Emerald Cruises Michele Peterson May 19, 2023 1994 A luxury river cruise with a magical mix of history, myth and scenery Mainz Cathedral is an architectural highlight in Germany's wine capital. Photo: Michele Peterson “Keep a look out for the Mouse Tower” said...
Oktoberfest MTL – September 20, 2019 Montreal Old Port LiveEvents September 13, 2019 3030 Enjoy an authentic Oktoberfest in a typical setting with tables and benches draped with Bavarian blue and white check. Indulge in typical Oktoberfest food, be entertained by the Alpenland Schuhplattler dance gr...
Germany Celebrates 100 Years of Bauhaus Julie Kalan May 3, 2019 3352 A new way of thinking about art, architecture, craftsmanship, education and society In 1919, architect Walter Gropius founded the Bauhaus school of design, in Weimar. Born out of the arts and crafts movement, ...
Cruising Germany’s Christmas Markets Michele Peterson November 29, 2014 7123 Nuremberg Medievel market tower Germany is home to more than 150 Christmas markets and if you’re tempted to think they’re only about lebkuchen and mulled wine, you’re in for a surprise. Signaling the beginn...
Exploring Germany’s Wunderbar Northland donnacarter November 26, 2012 9568 When most Canadians consider vacationing in Germany, chances are the country’s northernmost region isn’t the first place that pops up on their radar screens. This, at least, is the way it worked for me. Previou...
Lufthansa to Munich – a fascinating gateway to Europe The Montrealer October 5, 2010 5866 Munich Loves You is the slogan for this beautiful Bavarian city in southern Germany – and as of the end of this October, Munich is now a direct flight away from Montreal. Lufthansa will be the only airline t...
Dresden, Germany – a city reborn The Montrealer July 3, 2010 4449 When an historic city blessed with magnificent architecture is virtually levelled to the ground, such devastation would normally mark the end of its existence and forever diminish it as a place that once was. Y...
Bavaria – land of legends, lederhosen, castles and beer The Montrealer August 3, 2007 3803 In the family of regions that makes up Germany, Bavaria is the member that is most unique. The differences that distinguish this scenic state from its siblings are defined in customs, culture and landscape. It’...
