Some say you are more likely to get into Berghain, Berlin’s most famous nightclub, if you arrive alone. Whether or not that’s the case, the rumor typifies the German capital’s penchant for solo travelers, who are drawn by its deserved reputation as one of the friendliest, most inclusive cities in Europe. Berlin …
Read More »Exploring other languages’ concepts of happiness could get us closer to our own
Coronavirus. Quarantine. Doomscrolling. Pandemic. According to the theory of linguistic relativity, the language one speaks influences how one thinks about reality. If this is true, it’s no wonder Americans are in the midst of a mental health crisis. The words and phrases that made Oxford Language’s annual Word of the Year list …
Read More »Where To Try Bouldering
Climbing has become so popular it will make its debut at the Tokyo Olympics. Bouldering, one of the climbing events you’ll see in the Olympic games, is when people climb to heights of 20ft or less without ropes or harnesses (safety mats are often used). Climb any higher without wearing …
Read More »Treetop Walk Bavarian Forest, Germany
A marvel of German design, this visually stunning canopy walk consists of over 4265ft (1300m) of walkway winding up from 26ft (8m) to over 82ft (25m). Guests meander through multiple tree species before reaching the massive, 144ft-tall (42m) observation tower called Baum-Ei, the centerpiece of the experience. Guests, including those using wheelchairs or pushing strollers, …
Read More »Best hotel spa – Villa Stéphanie, Germany
The 14-bedroom hotel is known for its health-conscious outlook. The spa at Villa Stéphanie is no ordinary spa, with 15 digital detox suites, treatments including Chinese medicine and dental surgery, as well as health and weight-loss programmes, It is easy to get to as well – direct flights from London …
Read More »Christmas Travel: Cologne, Germany
The Christmas markets of Cologne are simply spectacular. There are several scattered around the city with small wooden houses that sell crafts and serve the typical hot wine. Do not forget to visit, also, the cathedral of the city as it is the most visited monument in Germany, the tallest …
Read More »Best for nightlife: Berlin, Germany
Some say you are more likely to get into Berghain, Berlin’s most famous nightclub, if you arrive alone. Whether or not that’s the case, the rumour typifies the German capital’s penchant for solo travellers, who are drawn by its deserved reputation as one of the friendliest, most inclusive cities in Europe. …
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