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Pretend You're 21 Again
I went to Munich to celebrate my 30th birthday with my wife and friends. The secret to enjoying Oktoberfest is to pretend you are in college and at a
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My First, And Not My Last, Oktoberfest
I arrived at the opening day of the festival. We were camping just outside of the centre, word of warning - bring blankets, was so cold I had to get
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Deutsches Museum Munich, Masterpieces of Science and Technology
The famous Deutsches Museum in Munich is a great place to spend a rainy (or sunny) day: the interactive exhibitions about transport, science, energy, production, environment and communications fascinate young and old visitors alike.
Munich Shopping
Munich is known for many things, one of them is Munich shopping. We show you the best places to get everything you want.
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Oktoberfest with a teacher
We visited the Munich Oktoberfest when my daughters were in high school. Their German teacher was a foreign exchange teacher for the year so we took
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24 hours, well spent
It was a good night, just got out of the field (was in the Army at the time) for the last 24 hours of Oktoberfest, so I hopped on the trains, and went
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Beer and Pretzels
I went to the Okoberfest in 1990. I met with the rest of the engineers in one of the tents in the Oktoberfest. Most people were dressed in
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Oktoberfest circa 1975
I was in Germany from 1974 through 1977, while I served in the US Army. I visited Munich in October of 1975, and visited the Oktoberfest activities
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Indian Woman Getting Tourist Visa
Can an Indian woman get tourist visa in German embassy to travel alone? Reply by Marion Hi Kannan, off course you can apply for a tourist visa to
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Visitor Visa for Germany?
I am a hardware engineer from a small firm in India and wish to visit Germany. I have enough funds to do so and also own property in India which shows
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Beer tent reservations
I have clients who will be there for Oktoberfest Sep 19-24 this year. There are 7 travelling together. Do they need beer tent reservations to get in?
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Cheap Airfare to Munich
How to find cheap airfare to Munich. Find the most affordable flights to Munich Germany.
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Travel to Munich by Train, Air Plane, Bus or Car
You can travel to Munich easily by plane, bus, car or train. Chose the best medium of transport depending on your personal needs.
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Oberammergau Passion Play
The 41st Passion Play in Oberammergau features the story of Jesus of Nazareth with participation of more than 2000 villagers.
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All About German Beer
German beer is famous to be the best brew in the world. Findout why !
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Allianz Arena Munich - Europe's Most Modern Stadium
Allianz Arena is the home stadium to the famous FC Bayern Muenchen football team.
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King Ludwig II of Bavaria - Mastermind of Neuschwanstein Castle
King Ludwig II of Bavaria is the King of the Fairy Tales: Millions of people each year flock to southern Germany to see a castle that seemingly belongs only in dreams and fairy tales
Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site Near Munich
Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site (KZ Dachau) has been opened to the public in 1965 in order to remember the victims of the horrible Holocaust.
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Koenigsplatz, a square resembling ancient Greece in the middle of Munich
The Koenigsplatz in Munich is one of my favorite attractions in Munich, it has several sights to visit.
Marienplatz lies in the center of picturesque Old Town Munich
The Marienplatz lies in the heart of the old Munich and has several attractions like the townhouse and the famous Glockenspiel (carillon). Marienplatz is always full of people.
Merry Christmas
Buying Christmas decoration in March!!
Hi, I am coming to Munich for a week in March 2010...to visit a friend in Munich. I met her in New Zealand when she was on holiday. I have a request
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German Cinnamon Stars
German Cinnamon stars are my absolute favorite Christmas cookies. Here's the recipe.
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Christmas Market in Munich
Munich has many Christmas markets, the most famous being the Christkindlmarkt at Marienplatz.
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German Christmas Cookies
We Germans love our Christmas cookies! Holiday season without German Christmas cookies just isn't the same.
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Munich Observatory
The Munich observatory lets you experience amazing Munich Star Nights.
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Weather at New Year
My family will be going to Munich at around New Year. We were wondering if it will snow? And what is there to do for New Years? Do they have
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Munich Public Transport Stations and Pricing
The Munich public transport is the easiest and fastest way to get around the city. Learn all about the subway stations and pricing.
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Oktoberfest Munich - Beer Tents
First read this overview of the fourteen big beer tents at the Oktoberfest in Munich, then choose which one you like most.
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Where do I get the visiting visa ?
Respected Sir, My name is David Thomas, I'm an Indian working in Brazil for 6 years. I have to visit Germany, my friend. How and where can I get
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Schloss Lustheim in Oberschleissheim
How many rooms does Schloss Lustheim have? Are there any special features?? (eg ballrooms,dungeons ect) Reply by Marion Dear Abbie, Lustheim Palace
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Guided Tours in Munich and Surroundings
Find all guided tours in and around Munich.
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A Tourist in Munich
Hello, I'm from México, I will be here in Munich for 3 days and my boyfriend doesn't have time to show me the city. Where can I find a tourist bus
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2009 Oktoberfest - First Time Visit
My husband is celebrating his 50th birthday during the time of the Oktoberfest this year. I am thinking of taking him for his birthday for 2 or 3
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Making reservations from the United States
We have a group of (4) going to Octoberfest. What is the best way to make a reservation now? We are from the United States and do not speak German.
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Reservations for 2 Persons?
Hi, I am struggling to find any tents that will give me a reservation for 20 people. Do you have any suggestions? Many Thanks! Reply by Marion
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Are there any tents that have unreserved seats during the evening on weekends?
Could you tell me if there are any tents that keep areas of seats free for those without reservations (on a first come first served basis) for the
First timers for Oktoberfest :)
My buddy and I are planning to go to Oktoberfest next year, 2010. We were wondering where to start? We may or may not have more people coming, but
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Which tent to go at Oktoberfest?
Hi:) We're (4 persons) planning on going to Oktoberfest this year, but we're not exactly sure which tent would suit us the best. We're between the
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Reservations for Octoberfest
Do you need to have reservations to attend the beer festival. I am interested in several of the beer tents. Reply by Marion No, you don't need a
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Beer tokens
Hi A friend and I are heading to Oktoberfest this year. We will be arriving early on September 19th. What time do you think we should head round to
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Oktoberfest - Foreign Visitors Wearing Tracht?
Do foreign vistors wear Lederhosen & Dirndls to Oktoberfest? Are they looked at as doofs? Reply by Marion Hi Bruce, yes, many foreign visitors
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Beer Tent tickets
Can I get tickets for any tent for daytime on Thursday October 1, 2009 for two People? How much do they cost? How do I make a reservation? Are any
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Should I visit different beer tents?
Hi There will be two of us visiting the Oktoberfest this year. Do most people only visit for one day and choose one tent, or would it be considered
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Oktoberfestlieder (Octoberfest Songs)
I am going to Oktoberfest this September. I speak a little German and would like to be able to join in the festivities by singing the beer drinking
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Which tent has most unreserved seats?
Hi, please could you help, there is 20 people coming on the 1st day to Oktoberfest without reservations for any tent. Which tent should we head for
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How to make reservations at one of the beer tents
How to make reservations at one of the beer tents? Reply by Marion Hi Gail, reservations to the beer tents at Oktoberfest are usually made during
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Tent Seating
If I show up early enough will I be able to get a seat in one of the more popular tents, or will they be totally booked up by reservations the day of
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Why is Oktoberfests about Beer?
How come Oktoberfests are about beer? Does that mean that children can't go because they can't drink and what about all the people that don't drink
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