Before heading out for the day

We Have a Way of Stumbling Into Parades

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August 20th 2016
Geo: 54.3227, 10.1359As I noted earlier, the bulk of passengers on our sailing had embarked from Kiel, so when we docked early on Saturday morning, the ship was abuzz with about 2,000 people looking to disembark and head home. We, however, were among a much smaller number trying to get off for the day. To the cruise line's credit, we were able to get off immediately, bypassing the lounges ... read more

Europe » Germany

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As Europe's largest economy and most populous nation, Germany remains a key member of the continent's economic, political, and defense organizations. European power struggles immersed Germany in two devastating World Wars in the first half of the 20t... ... read more