Germany
Reconstruction of Frankfurt's old town
Over the next few weeks, people walking across the Römerberg on their way to the Emperor's Cathedral will automatically find themselves facing a gigantic construction site.
Frankfurt offers art enthusiasts a colourful selection
This year, fans of both the fine and performing arts have a variety of cultural highlights to look forward to. It all starts on 25th February, with the Städel Museum finally opening its munch-anticipated underground extension.
Generator Hostels is now open in Hamburg
Generator Hostels, Europe’s leading hostel chain, has opened the doors of its newest hostel in Hamburg, Germany, bringing the number of its locations across Europe to six.
If you experience one carnival this year - make it German
With the festive season out of the way, it's time to plan for Carnival - that spectacular time of year that sees many cities throughout the world explode into fanfare of colour, music and dance.
Wintertime in Düsseldorf
Düsseldorf's Christmas market is both, classic beauty and new holiday sensation: Seven theme markets in one extended outdoor spectacle, combined with the 10th annual FIS Cross-country Skiing Worldcup and world-class shopping, bring a unique variety to the German Christmas market experience.
Follow in Julia Bradbury’s footsteps along the Rhine
Follow in BBC presenter Julia Bradbury’s footsteps on Walks Worldwide’s 8-day Along the Rhine self-guided holiday, to Germany which can depart any day from now until the end of November – and what’s more the price has just been reduced by £60 pp.
Art in Düsseldorf - The lively art scene on the Rhine
Düsseldorf, Germany. 26 museums, more than 100 galleries and a world-famous art academy – Düsseldorf is undoubtedly a hot spot in Germany’s art landscape and offers numerous cultural highlights in 2011 and 2012!
Titan Travel launches Elegant River Cruises for 2012
Titan Travel has unveiled its 2012 programme of award-winning river cruises for independent travellers with three brand new itineraries in a brochure that has a fresh, new pictorial style which illustrates more clearly the elegance of the cruise experiences available.
5 of the world’s most bike-friendly cities and hostels
More and more people realize that bicycles can be much more useful than cars. Bikes are cheap, environmentally friendly, keep their owners in good health and as much more fun means of transport for travellers exploring a new destination.
Festive Berlin with Ramblers Worldwide Holidays
Britain’s leading guided walks operator, Ramblers Worldwide Holidays, is offering a 6 day pre-Christmas holiday to Berlin where one can soak up the festive spirit !
Freiburg - A summer full of highlights!
Blessed by the sun and surrounded by rolling, green Black Forest hills, Freiburg, the capital of the Black Forest, offers its visitors southern flair and a warm, positive feel.
See Klitschko & Haye go head-to-head in Hamburg
Over 50,000 fans are expected to pack the Hamburg arena on July 2nd as a two year feud comes to a head between David Haye and Wladimir Klitschko.
Romance on the Rhine
The Excelsior Hotel Ernst is one of Cologne’s finest marvels. The romantic retreat offers complete bliss to couples looking to indulge in deluxe rooms featuring enormous stone baths, sink in-the-middle queen beds and stunning views of the Cologne Cathedral.
Cologne - The city of alternative culture
Germany’s gay capital Cologne is Europe’s latest hot-spot for the gay community.
Scream if you’re having fun in South West Germany
Europe's tallest roller-coaster? The world's longest rope suspension bridge? Europe's most exciting summer toboggan run? Surprise, surprise - they are all in South West Germany!