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Warming up for Oktoberfest
... of seeing the castle weren't that great. Luckily about an hour into our train ride the fog cleared and the sun was out, so that was a relief. As we got closer you could see the beautiful mountains and the snow that had started to form at the peaks. This is where we were heading, to check out the fairytale castle.
The castle was absolutely stunning. Built high up on the mountains, you could see it from afar. Rumor has it that Disney came up ...
A quick trip to Munich
... from the street stand, the screams of delighted ride goers, and the overwhelming site of so many people in costume.
There is something so magical about Oktoberfest, it’s like Disneyland or the fair for grownups. It’s not just the beer but the whole fun fair atmosphere and despite being alcohol themed it has sections aimed for families and keeping the kids entertained.
Our hosts had booked a table at the Loewenbrau tent and when I say tent what ...
Munich - More than just good music
... The staff are super friendly and it turns out Germany does turn out some good looking boys. Makes me a happy girl considering I'll be living here for 6 months.
I spent my morning strolling about Schloss Nymphenburg. A baroque palace with galleries and garden pavilions. The place was crazy big but there was some really amazing stuff to be seen.
After that I returned to my base camp and pretty ...
First Taste of Germany
... in Munich, for lunch and were lucky to get a table out in the garden. Since I complain about weather so much, I should also note that we got really lucky and had 80 degree weather and sunshine all weekend in Munich! It was lovely! Lulu had also suggested some typical Bavarian meals for us to try---see the pattern with her? Best tour guide we could have asked for!!! I had Schweinsbraten which was roast pork in gravy with a potato knudel (kind of like a ...
Oktoberfest
... a place where the tent guards couldn't see us. We said our goodbyes and I headed back to the hostel with a triumphant feeling. At the hostel reception, i proudly showed the mug to the guy at the bar and asked him to fill it up. He recognized the mug and congratulated me for following the Bavarian tradition.
Next morning, I walked towards the Marinplatz which is one of the most famous squares of the city. A gig was being performed by a local band. I listened to them for a ...