DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Why Missing Our Flight to Granada Made Our Christmas in Spain Even Better Posted on November 26, 2015September 10, 2026 By Stacey A. Peters Road Trip in Spain I made the amateurish error of packing late into the night before travel and incorrectly setting the alarm for 5 p.m. instead of 5 a.m. I woke up in a panic at 6:30 for a 7:30 flight. It would cost us an additional $400 and a… Read more
MILITARY LIFE & TRAVEL Baumholder Military Life: What Made Our German Apartment So Special Posted on October 15, 2015December 30, 2025 By Stacey A. Peters Don’t get me wrong, I loved our little apartment in Baumholder, but that town was well-known for its contrary weather. We fondly and not so fondly referred to it as the rock. We lived in an old stone mansion that had been renovated into four large apartments. We shared the second floor with a retired German officer. The first floor was split between a US Major and his wife. Across the hall was a 90+ year old German widow. Read more
FOOD AND DRINK Oktoberfest: The Best Fall Festival in Munich Germany Posted on September 2, 2011August 27, 2026 By Stacey A. Peters Oktoberfest 2025 returns to Munich, Germany, from September 20th to October 5th. Join thousands celebrating Bavarian culture at Theresienwiese, minutes from Munich’s center. Enjoy lively beer tents, delicious local foods, music, and traditions. Don’t miss the opening keg tapping on September 20th—it’s a festival experience you’ll never forget! Read more