Tag Archives: Munich

Starkbierfest!

Posted on March 9, 2013 by Steve

The first thing I noticed when I walked into the beer hall was that the floor was sticky. Stout middle-aged women dressed in dirndl dresses clutched multiple massive mugs in each hand as they pushed their way through the crowd … Continue reading →

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Understanding Modern Art in Munich

Posted on January 15, 2013 by Steve

I had an art class at college. I was an engineering student but had to take at least one art class to be properly educated. I recall sleeping through most of the classes because they were so boring. My wife … Continue reading →

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Tips for Looking Un-American in Europe

Posted on January 9, 2011 by Steve

Some Americans get a little nervous about their citizenship when traveling overseas. When Bush was president and the Iraq war was started, there was some ill will towards Americans in some countries. Some travelers didn’t want to obviously stand out … Continue reading →

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Watch Out for the Waiter’s Scribbles!

Posted on October 31, 2010 by Steve

We had wandered the streets of Munich and ended up in the main square of the city, called the Marienplatz.  The Marienplatz is usually full of tourists and is a great spot for people-watching.  On one side of the square … Continue reading →

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Pinokotheks or Bust – Munich

Posted on August 21, 2010 by Steve

Today we are all tired from the large amounts of walking we have done the past two days and the disrupted sleep patterns.  We get started at mid-morning and head for the museum district.   This is our day of culture … Continue reading →

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