Exploring Berlin’s Christmas Markets—from the trendy to the quirky
About some of Berlin’s most popular, fun and famous Christmas markets—and travel tips for visitors and tourists visiting Germany’s Christmas markets.
German Christmas Market in Schmalkalden, Germany
Sorry if the photo is a bit blurry but my hands were cold. This is a shot of one of the many stands at the Christmas market (or Weihnachtsmarkt in German) in Schmalkalden,…
It’s winter again—looking back at my past 3 winters
This winter has been a strange one. After spending a few weeks in Texas for Thanksgiving, I returned to Berlin where it wasn’t so cold, but there were plenty of hints of Christmas…
Hipster kitsch in Grapevine, TX
Most small towns in America are known for certain kitschy appeal—a main street with an old-town cinema, a friendly neighbor or a local bakery. Grapevine somehow manages to keep all that kitsch, but…
How to Wrap Gifts (if you’re my Dad)
My Dad really gets into the Christmas spirit (kidding!). Here’s the steps he takes to purchase and wrap gifts for my Mom. My sister helps figure out what to purchase for the gift….
