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Smells like Cologne
... in extremely rapid German, and then say the name of the song in English, so at least we understood that! We stayed for a few songs, including Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer, Somewhere Over the Rainbow and Let it Snow. The stage was nicely set up with Christmas lights and Christmas trees, as well as Christmas lights strung overhead like a tent. There was a very serious security guard who was watching the crowed. It seemed unnecessary as both the band and the ...
Snow , rain & 0 below
Welcome to Cologne the receptionist said.. the forecast is for rain, snow and -1 degree...guess that is what German winters are about.
Rugged up we venture out of doors and find it suprisly crisp cool but not bitterly cold or unpleasant. Umbrellas are up, and we join the groups wandering around the Cologne Cathedral. Being a Monday it allows us the room and less crowds to view this gigantic church that towers above all ...
Düsseldorfer Doofen
... mildly eye-opening, for instance did you know that Elvis evidently learnt karate from a taekwondo school? There are certificates to prove it.
The walk from Altstadt to the Rheinturm (Rhein Tower) along the banks of the Rhein would probably make for a pleasant stroll on a warm summers evening. Not so much at the start of December it isn’t though. The panoramic views atop the 240m high tower are predictably splendid. I could have stayed ...
No more cakes for Del
... and rethinking of old habits.The first thing we did (after meeting with doctors and a dietician ) was to hit the internet to educate ourselves in the art of reading labels, in order to find out what could now be included in our meals. High teas (one of Del's favourite pastimes) seems to be out now as does her other favourite- the yum cha!
However, with an increased awareness of celiacs, there ...
Brussels , Cologne, and snow between!!
... today.What a Xmas market! Over 160 specially designed & decorated "cabins" featuring Christmas music, arts and crafts, toys, Christmas decorations and the scent of the Christmas bakeries creating a wonderful atmosphere. The aroma of mulled wine, hot chestnuts gingerbread and many tempting national dishes fills the air.
Inner Cologne not only has this Xmas market but another five .. all within ...