Usually if something is called a "tourist trap," it is best to avoid even if it is a globally recognized attraction. However, such attractions all over the world are usually famous for good reasons.

The Neues Rathaus, in the heart of Munich, is worth stopping by on a weekend break in the city - Nikada/Getty Images Munich offers an intriguing combination of past and present, local and global.

Thanks to its international association with the famous Oktoberfest celebration, Munich immediately conjures up images of raucous beer halls and traditional inns, where servers pass out plates laden ...

The Striezelmarkt in Dresden’s Altstadt holds the title of Germany’s oldest Christmas market, as well as the world's largest ...

Organizers are breaking with tradition. Sept. 28, 2013— -- For some 200 years, Oktoberfest has been all about copious amounts of beer and meat. But, this year, organizers are breaking with ...

With these Oktoberfest food ideas you can have your own homemade German Oktoberfest festival at your table. With our allergy friendly and gluten free recipe adaptations of our family’s authentic ...

Looking for a taste of Europe without leaving the United States? These Bavarian-style Christmas markets across America will bring you the magic of Germany’s beloved holiday traditions, complete with ...