Winter World
Berlin
Nov 2009 - Jan 2010

Central Berlin becomes a wondrous winter playground complete with skating, sledding and a beautifully illuminated Christmas market. See the Alps without traveling and enjoy carousels, street performances, and of course some warm mulled wine known to the locals as gluhwein.

Cologne Carnival
Cologne
11 Nov 2009

At 11:11AM (sharp!), the city of Cologne kicks off carnival season with a massive street party and parade in the city center. A dizzying array of local vendors, musical performances and plenty of local Kolsch beer will keep you moving and dancing into the night.