A panoramic view of a pier extending into calm waters, with a sunset illuminating the sky. People are seen along the shore, enjoying the serene landscape.
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A Quiet New Years Day

Fun fact: basically everything in Munich shut down at 4pm on New Years Eve and then didn't open back up until the 2nd. Honestly? Good for them. Enjoy your holidays!…
A vibrant light show illuminates a historic archway during a nighttime event, with a crowd gathered in front enjoying the spectacle.
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NYE in Munich

Photo by Eden Garhart-Smith I'll admit it: I was nervous to go out for New Years Eve in a city I've never been to, on a bone-chillingly cold night. We'd…
Three smiling young friends sit together, enjoying each other's company in a cozy setting. They are sharing a light moment.
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Munich: Day 2

Reunited, and it Feels So Good! Why did we go to Munich for New Years? Partially because we could, but also because Lilian had a friend from back in the…
A snowy path at Dachau concentration camp, featuring metal tracks embedded in the ground. The scene reflects the somber history of the site.
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Dachau

How can a place with so many pretty trees hold so many bad memories? - Lilian This is a post about the Dachau concentration camp. Trigger warning: this post is…
A man and a girl are seated together on a train, both smiling and appearing relaxed. The interior of the train is visible in the background.
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Grüße aus München

Greetings from Munich, everyone! We spent the better part of the day on trains from Lyon. One of these days I'll be all jaded about how easy it is to…
A chicken crossing the road
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An Unexpected Trip to Singapore

I wasn't planning to visit Dubai this year, and I really wasn't planning to visit Singapore. It wasn't on my original itinerary, but they needed some extra resources for the…
Two smiling individuals stand in front of a stall labeled "MIEL Grog" at a festive market. One person holds a drink while the other wears a light blue hoodie.
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Joyeuse Fête

I took some time off from blogging, because I got so busy traveling. Picture me, exhausted after a long day, sitting in a hotel room going "I should really write…
A large television displays a European football match in a bar decorated with sports memorabilia and framed photos. Leather seating is visible in the foreground.
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My First Trip to Sweden

One of the best things about being in Europe is how easy it is to travel around. We can get on a train heading in almost every direction and eventually…