Having lived four years in Germany I enjoyed many opportunities to travel by train. Most of my experiences were excellent, a couple were crazy, and one fell under, “It should have appeared on America’s Funniest Home Videos.” European trains are generally sleek, comfortable and well equipped. Occassionally when you ride a short distance train for […]
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Reaching the Sights and Delights of Hiddensee
To fully enjoy the sights and delights of Hiddensee requires a bit of preparation. Because Hiddensee is off the beaten path a phrase book and dictionary are essential. When I visited Hiddensee most people I encountered spoke only a smattering of English. That said I was certainly able to use my limited German to figure out menus and signs or ask a […]
The Natural Beauty of Hiddensee
The island of Hiddensee off the coast of Northern Germany is among my top European escapes. This delightful island on the Baltic Sea allows visitors to reconnect with the sensual beauty of nature. Hiddensee charms you from the first moment with its picturesque ports, tiny villages and rugged beauty. Visitors get around the island by […]