Germany Travel Planning with Cate

Ep 59 | From Birthplace to Finish Line: A Multi-Generational Road Trip in Germany & Austria

Tabbetha Richardson had been promising her daughter for years that she'd take her to see where she was born in Germany.   They recently made it happen with a multi-

58 | What's It Like to Visit 3 Countries in 8 Days by Train? [Trip Report]

Can you really visit Hamburg, Cologne, Paris, and London by train in 8 days as a family with teens? Yes - and my guest today is here to talk all about it!  If you'

Ep 57 | Beyond Bavaria: The Germany Most Visitors Never See

If you're wondering what else to do and see in Germany beyond the destinations you always year about, this episode is for you. Today I'm sharing a conversation

Ep 56 | The Meals That Made Kori's Bavaria Christmas Market Road Trip Unforgettable

If you want the food on your Germany trip to be as memorable as the sights, this episode is for you. I'm thrilled to have Kori Knappe, one of our awesome Complete C

55 | 4 Countries. 3 Weeks. 2 Teens: Planning & Enjoying an Epic Family Road Trip

If you're thinking about a road trip through Germany and neighboring countries, this episode is for you. In this trip report episode, I talk with Angela, about her

Ep 54 | 5 Travel Mishaps I've Had in Germany and Europe (and What Each One Taught Me)

If you're feeling nervous about something going sideways on your Germany trip, this episode is for you. Travel mishaps happen to the best of us.  That's why t

Ep 53 | What You Need to Know to Use Your Phone in Europe with Michelle Chang

Does getting your phone set up to use in Germany sound intimidating? In this episode I talk with Michelle Chang from the DIY Trip Summit and Intentional Travelers about w

Transportation Insights in Germany & Beyond [Special Event]

Getting around Germany and elsewhere in Europe on your vacation is one of the most important decisions you'll need to make. Drive, train, bus, plane, or hire a drive

How to Choose Destinations in Germany & Beyond [Special Event]

When you're planning a trip to Germany or elsewhere in Europe, narrowing down where to go can get overwhelming.  Which city should you start in?  Should you skip th

When to Splurge vs Save in Germany & Beyond [Special Event]

Travel costs in Germany and all over Europe have gone up - and that means the decisions about where to spend and where to cut back matter more than ever. In this episod

Ep 52 | How to Pull Off a Multi-Generational Germany Trip (and Have Everyone Come Home Happy)

What does it actually take to plan a trip to Germany for 3 generations — grandparents, parents, and teenagers — and have everyone love it? That's exactly what our cl

Ep 51 | Honest Answers to Real Travel Questions & Challenges

You can find travel advice all over the internet. The problem? Much of it is oversimplified and not actually right for your unique trip.  That's why in this episode

Ep 50 | How to Plan a Lisbon Stopover: Julie's Tips & Picks [Stopover Series]

If you're flying to or from Germany and you've ever thought about stopping elsewhere in Europe, Portugal might be exactly the detour you've been looking fo

Ep 49 | Our FlixBus Experiences and Review

Are you thinking about taking FlixBus on your trip to Germany? We've taken FlixBus several times in Germany, Hungary, Serbia, Slovenia (and a tiny bit of Italy), so

Ep 48 | How to Make the Most of a 1-week Bavarian Christmas Market Getaway [Trip Report]

How do you maximize 1 week in Bavaria during the magical Christmas market season? In this trip report episode, Kori shares what made her and her husband's first-ever

Ep 47 | Is Hiring Private Tour Guide in Berlin Worth It?

A private tour guide can completely change how you experience Berlin, but it's not the right call for every traveler or every trip.  In this episode I sit down with

Why We're Slowing Down (and How it Helps You)

Here's a quick update about the podcast before tomorrow's regular episode!  If you love what we share in our podcast, just wait until you see what we can do fo

Ep 46 | How to Plan an Amsterdam Stopover: Gerrit's Tips & Picks [Stopover Series]

In this episode I talk with Netherlands travel expert and private guide Gerrit van den Berg from Hidden Holland about how to make the most of an Amsterdam stopover on you

Ep 45 | Don't Start With Where You Want to Go - Start With This Instead

Nobody wants to come home from Germany with regrets! In this episode, I share 2 important questions I ask myself before I get too deep into planning a trip. These questio

Can I Ask You Something? (It's About Your Germany Trip)

Got a minute? I have something to ask you in this episode.  Mentioned in this episode:  Our Germany travel Facebook group MyGermanyVacation.com  If you love what we sha