September 29, 2016. Austria? To be frank, it wasn’t even on my travel radar until this trip. If you asked me whether I wanted to go, I’d probably have said “Sure,” but it wasn’t exactly at the top of my list. My mind was all set on Germany.
Monumental Figures
Into the Heart of Oktoberfest: A Spectacle of Tradition and Celebration
September 28, 2016. Ah, the day I embarked on a quest to uncover the mysteries of the legendary Oktoberfest! Prior to purchasing my tickets to Germany, my knowledge of Oktoberfest was as barren as a desert. Sure, I had a vague notion that it involved copious amounts of beer, but beyond that, my understanding was as empty as a forgotten stein.
Munich Unveiled: Navigating the Bavarian Capital
September 27, 2016. Excitement swirled within me as we embarked on our German adventure. As the plane soared through the sky, the majestic mountain peaks breaking through wavy clouds hinted at the enchantment awaiting us. While I had caught glimpses of mountains in Spain and Andorra before, viewing them from the airplane provided a fresh perspective. Against the gloomy backdrop of Saint Petersburg and Moscow, Bavaria’s vivid colors took me by surprise, painting a picture of unexpected splendor.
How I prepared for my trip to Germany and my first time in Moscow
October 2016. It marked my first self-made adventure. Germany was my destination of choice, a country close to my heart. With twelve years of German language study under my belt and a prior visit through a school exchange program, it seemed fitting that it would be the first country I explored independently. The prospect of delving once more into its rich culture and varied landscapes, this time with my boyfriend, filled me with excitement.