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Germany Travel Planning with Cate

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The Germany Travel Planning Podcast is the go-to resource for anyone planning a trip to Germany—or even just dreaming of one. Hosted by Cate from https://mygermanyvacation.com, this show provides practical travel information, insider tips, trip reports, and more to help travelers explore Germany and surrounding countries with confidence.

Aaron (MGV co-founder and Cate's husband) frequently joins the show, along with special guests who share their expertise and experiences.

Whether you're deciding where to go, how to navigate Germany’s trains, what to pack, or how to find hidden gems beyond the usual tourist spots, the Germany Travel Planning Podcast offers valuable insights to make every trip smoother and more enjoyable. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode!

Episodes
66
Releases
Every two weeks
Typical length
30 min
On air since
2025
Latest episode
1 week ago

Episodes

66 episodes, newest first

  1. Ep 60 | Europa Park, Paragliding Over a Castle, Paris & More: A Family's Spring Break Adventure

    Show notes

    Imagine running off the side of a mountain and soaring over Neuschwanstein Castle. That's just one of the many amazing experiences Caitlin, her husband, and their 8-year-old son had on their spring break trip to Germany and France.

    In today’s episode, Caitlin and I talk all about their spring break trip, which she planned around her adventurous young son who’s in a German immersion school in the US. Caitlin used our DIY Germany Travel Planner to find attractions and hotels along her road trip route and I loved hearing all about their trip!

    In this episode we talk about:

    • Paragliding off Tegelberg over Neuschwanstein castle
    • Europa Park - how it compares to Disney and how many days to spend there
    • The nature area only 10 minutes from Neuschwanstein Castle that most visitors drive right past
    • The best tine to see Marienbrücke
    • The Austrian Ehrenberg castle ruin and highline suspension bridge
    • Seeing a local Pippi Longstocking play in German in Munich
    • Kid-friendly hotels in Munich and Europa Park, including one with cars right in the lobby
    • The Eiffel Tower and Paris park experiences they found magical
    • Caitlin's advice for fitting a lot into a week without wearing everyone out - and more!

    If you love what we share in our podcast, just wait until you see what we can do for your trip!

    • Complete custom itinerary + travel plan
    • One-on-one travel planning consult with Cate
    • Itinerary review by Cate
    • DIY Germany travel planner
    • Germany train travel made easy
    • Our recommended tours, guides, and more
    • 15 things we take on every Germany trip
    • Our hotel recommendations

    Loving the podcast? Help us bring you more episodes!

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    Thank you for listening!

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

    Show notes

    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-generational road trip through Germany and Austria. A few years ago I helped Tabbetha plan her first trip back to Germany with her grandson, so it was such a treat to hear about this one - which included running a half marathon, running into someone who remembered Tabbetha’s grandson from her trip with him a few years ago, and an unplanned stop that turned out to be her favorite of the whole trip.

    In this episode, Tabbetha and I talk about:

    • What it's like to go back to Germany 37 years after living there with the military
    • Breaking up a 7-hour drive from northern to southern Germany with a stop that turned out to be her favorite of the trip
    • Where they stayed in Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Munich, and Salzburg
    • The tours that were worth every euro and how they made the best of a booking mistake
    • Whether a visit to Hallstatt lives up to the hype
    • Packing and other tips

    If you love what we share in our podcast, just wait until you see what we can do for your trip!

    • Complete custom itinerary + travel plan
    • One-on-one travel planning consult with Cate
    • Itinerary review by Cate
    • DIY Germany travel planner
    • Germany train travel made easy
    • Our recommended tours, guides, and more
    • 15 things we take on every Germany trip
    • Our hotel recommendations

    Loving the podcast? Help us bring you more episodes!

    1. Please leave a 5-star rating and review. It helps make our podcast visible to more travelers.

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    Thank you for listening!

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

    Show notes

    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're weighing up a multi-country itinerary, are considering traveling by train or are seeking tips for planning a fast-paced trip, you'll love this trip report episode with Nathan.

    We talk about:

    • Why Nathan and his wife chose Hamburg as their Germany destination
    • Booking the trains when the route they planned wasn't running that week
    • Whether 1st class was worth it
    • How to include a stopover in Cologne when you're traveling with luggage
    • How the navigated a tight connection in Mannheim
    • Highlights from Hamburg, Paris and London
    • What Nathan would tell any family thinking about fitting 4 cities into one week

    If you love what we share in our podcast, just wait until you see what we can do for your trip!

    • Complete custom itinerary + travel plan
    • One-on-one travel planning consult with Cate
    • Itinerary review by Cate
    • DIY Germany travel planner
    • Germany train travel made easy
    • Our recommended tours, guides, and more
    • 15 things we take on every Germany trip
    • Our hotel recommendations

    Loving the podcast? Help us bring you more episodes!

    1. Please leave a 5-star rating and review. It helps make our podcast visible to more travelers.

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    Thank you for listening!

    37 min
  4. Ep 57 | Beyond Bavaria: The Germany Most Visitors Never See

    Show notes

    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 I had with Lynne Nieman over on her Wander Your Way podcast. She invited me on her show to share my favorite destinations in Germany and also go deeper into the parts of Germany most first-time visitors don't know about.

    In this episode we talk about:

    • My top three German cities
    • Seeing Berlin's layered history without spending your whole trip getting from place to place
    • Using Freiburg as your base for the Black Forest
    • The northern islands most first-time visitors don't know Germany has
    • Trains vs. a rental car and how to choose transport for your trip
    • Getting around comfortably when you don't speak German
    • Christmas markets - and a mistake too many travelers unknowingly make
    • My personal history and relationship with Germany

    If you love what we share in our podcast, just wait until you see what we can do for your trip!

    • Complete custom itinerary + travel plan
    • One-on-one travel planning consult with Cate
    • Itinerary review by Cate
    • DIY Germany travel planner
    • Germany train travel made easy
    • Our recommended tours, guides, and more
    • 15 things we take on every Germany trip
    • Our hotel recommendations

    Loving the podcast? Help us bring you more episodes!

    1. Please leave a 5-star rating and review. It helps make our podcast visible to more travelers.

    2. Buy us a coffee or 2. That helps support production costs.

    Thank you for listening!

    1 hr 5 min
  5. Ep 56 | The Meals That Made Kori's Bavaria Christmas Market Road Trip Unforgettable

    Show notes

    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 Custom Itinerary clients, back on the show to talk about her favorite food experiences from her 1 week Christmas market road trip through Bavaria.

    Listen in to hear about Kori's favorites so you can add them to your own itinerary:

    • The Nuremberg sausage restaurant that's been grilling since the 1300s
    • Christmas market food and drink beyond Glühwein
    • The King Ludwig inspired 4-course dinner near Neuschwanstein Castle
    • What a Michelin star tasting menu in Munich is really like
    • Why the smallest and simplest place Kori ate at might have been the best

    Then listen to Kori's trip report episode here!

    For show notes, photos, links, and helpful trip planning resources, visit >
    https://www.mygermanyvacation.com/the-meals-that-made-koris-bavaria-christmas-market-road-trip-unforgettable/

    If you love what we share in our podcast, just wait until you see what we can do for your trip!

    • Complete custom itinerary + travel plan
    • One-on-one travel planning consult with Cate
    • Itinerary review by Cate
    • DIY Germany travel planner
    • Germany train travel made easy
    • Our recommended tours, guides, and more
    • 15 things we take on every Germany trip
    • Our hotel recommendations

    Loving the podcast? Help us bring you more episodes!

    1. Please leave a 5-star rating and review. It helps make our podcast visible to more travelers.

    2. Buy us a coffee or 2. That helps support production costs.

    Thank you for listening!

    35 min
  6. 55 | 4 Countries. 3 Weeks. 2 Teens: Planning & Enjoying an Epic Family Road Trip

    Show notes

    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 3 week roadtrip through Slovenia, Austria, Germany, and Switzerland.

    Listen in to hear what renting a car and driving across four countries was like, the day in Bavaria her twin teenage boys still talk about, Angela's tips for planning and enjoying an epic vacation with teens, and more.

    For show notes, photos, links, and helpful trip planning resources, visit > https://www.mygermanyvacation.com/3-weeks-4-countries-2-teens-planning-enjoying-an-epic-family-road-trip/

    If you love what we share in our podcast, just wait until you see what we can do for your trip!

    • Complete custom itinerary + travel plan
    • One-on-one travel planning consult with Cate
    • Itinerary review by Cate
    • DIY Germany travel planner
    • Germany train travel made easy
    • Our recommended tours, guides, and more
    • 15 things we take on every Germany trip
    • Our hotel recommendations

    Loving the podcast? Help us bring you more episodes!

    1. Please leave a 5-star rating and review. It helps make our podcast visible to more travelers.

    2. Buy us a coffee or 2. That helps support production costs.

    Thank you for listening!

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

    Show notes

    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 today I'm sharing 5 mishaps of my own from traveling around Germany and other parts of Europe, as well as what I learned from each one and what they taught me about handling the unexpected.

    None of these mishaps were much fun in the moment, but they're all stories Aaron and I still laugh about today!

    I hope my mishaps give you a good chuckle....but more than that, I hope you come away feeling more confident about handling whatever your trip brings.

    Be sure to listen to the end for my tips for feeling less nervous and more confident about traveling to Germany!

    For show notes, photos, links, and helpful trip planning resources, visit >
    https://www.mygermanyvacation.com/5-travel-mishaps-ive-had-in-germany-and-europe-and-what-each-one-taught-me/

    If you love what we share in our podcast, just wait until you see what we can do for your trip!

    • Complete custom itinerary + travel plan
    • One-on-one travel planning consult with Cate
    • Itinerary review by Cate
    • DIY Germany travel planner
    • Germany train travel made easy
    • Our recommended tours, guides, and more
    • 15 things we take on every Germany trip
    • Our hotel recommendations

    Loving the podcast? Help us bring you more episodes!

    1. Please leave a 5-star rating and review. It helps make our podcast visible to more travelers.

    2. Buy us a coffee or 2. That helps support production costs.

    Thank you for listening!

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

    Show notes

    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 what you need to know about using your phone in Europe so you can spend less time stressing about connectivity and more time actually enjoying your trip.

    If you love what we share in our podcast, just wait until you see what we can do for your trip!

    • Complete custom itinerary + travel plan
    • One-on-one travel planning consult with Cate
    • Itinerary review by Cate
    • DIY Germany travel planner
    • Germany train travel made easy
    • Our recommended tours, guides, and more
    • 15 things we take on every Germany trip
    • Our hotel recommendations

    Loving the podcast? Help us bring you more episodes!

    1. Please leave a 5-star rating and review. It helps make our podcast visible to more travelers.

    2. Buy us a coffee or 2. That helps support production costs.

    Thank you for listening!

    31 min
  9. Transportation Insights in Germany & Beyond [Special Event]

    Show notes

    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 driver - each option comes with trade-offs.

    In this episode, I and other destination experts from the UK, Portugal, Ireland, and Spain share how to think through transportation decisions, including when driving makes sense and what to do when it doesn't.

    🗺️ Meet the destination experts:

    Cate - Germany Destination Expert
    https://www.MyGermanyVacation.com
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mygermanyvacation

    Tracy - UK Destination Expert
    https://www.UKTravelPlanning.com
    UK Travel Planning Podcast: https://uktravelplanning.com/uk-trave...

    Julie - Portugal Destination Expert
    https://www.juliedawnfox.com
    Free Portugal Trip Planning Starter Pack: https://juliedawnfox.com/toolkit/

    Jody - Ireland Destination Expert
    https://www.IrelandFamilyVacations.com
    Free TRIP Framework guide: https://ifv.kit.com/2c6b9a215f

    Karen - Spain Destination Expert
    https://www.spainlesstraveled.com
    Free discovery call: https://www.spainlesstraveled.com/discovery-call

    Michelle - DIY Trip Summit & Intentional Travelers
    https://www.IntentionalTravelers.com
    Free phone checklist: https://intentional-travelers.kit.com/b162437a23

    If you love what we share in our podcast, just wait until you see what we can do for your trip!

    • Complete custom itinerary + travel plan
    • One-on-one travel planning consult with Cate
    • Itinerary review by Cate
    • DIY Germany travel planner
    • Germany train travel made easy
    • Our recommended tours, guides, and more
    • 15 things we take on every Germany trip
    • Our hotel recommendations

    Loving the podcast? Help us bring you more episodes!

    1. Please leave a 5-star rating and review. It helps make our podcast visible to more travelers.

    2. Buy us a coffee or 2. That helps support production costs.

    Thank you for listening!

    34 min
  10. How to Choose Destinations in Germany & Beyond [Special Event]

    Show notes

    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 the overcrowded spots?
    How do you know if a place is "worth the hype"?

    In this episode, I and other destination experts from the UK, Portugal, Ireland, and Spain walk through how we help travelers make these decisions.

    🗺️ Meet the destination experts:

    Cate - Germany Destination Expert
    https://www.MyGermanyVacation.com
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mygermanyvacation

    Tracy - UK Destination Expert
    https://www.UKTravelPlanning.com
    UK Travel Planning Podcast: https://uktravelplanning.com/uk-trave...

    Julie - Portugal Destination Expert
    https://www.juliedawnfox.com
    Free Portugal Trip Planning Starter Pack: https://juliedawnfox.com/toolkit/

    Jody - Ireland Destination Expert
    https://www.IrelandFamilyVacations.com
    Free TRIP Framework guide: https://ifv.kit.com/2c6b9a215f

    Karen - Spain Destination Expert
    https://www.spainlesstraveled.com
    Free discovery call: https://www.spainlesstraveled.com/discovery-call

    Michelle - DIY Trip Summit & Intentional Travelers
    https://www.IntentionalTravelers.com
    Free phone checklist: https://intentional-travelers.kit.com/b162437a23

    If you love what we share in our podcast, just wait until you see what we can do for your trip!

    • Complete custom itinerary + travel plan
    • One-on-one travel planning consult with Cate
    • Itinerary review by Cate
    • DIY Germany travel planner
    • Germany train travel made easy
    • Our recommended tours, guides, and more
    • 15 things we take on every Germany trip
    • Our hotel recommendations

    Loving the podcast? Help us bring you more episodes!

    1. Please leave a 5-star rating and review. It helps make our podcast visible to more travelers.

    2. Buy us a coffee or 2. That helps support production costs.

    Thank you for listening!

    30 min
  11. When to Splurge vs Save in Germany & Beyond [Special Event]

    Show notes

    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 episode, I and other destination experts from the UK, Portugal, Ireland, and Spain share the most commonly enjoyed splurges, where smart travelers save so they can spend on what matters most, and insider money saving hacks.

    🗺️ Meet the destination experts:

    Cate - Germany Destination Expert
    https://www.MyGermanyVacation.com
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mygermanyvacation

    Tracy - UK Destination Expert
    https://www.UKTravelPlanning.com
    UK Travel Planning Podcast: https://uktravelplanning.com/uk-trave...

    Julie - Portugal Destination Expert
    https://www.juliedawnfox.com
    Free Portugal Trip Planning Starter Pack: https://juliedawnfox.com/toolkit/

    Jody - Ireland Destination Expert
    https://www.IrelandFamilyVacations.com
    Free TRIP Framework guide: https://ifv.kit.com/2c6b9a215f

    Karen - Spain Destination Expert
    https://www.spainlesstraveled.com
    Free discovery call: https://www.spainlesstraveled.com/discovery-call

    Michelle - DIY Trip Summit & Intentional Travelers
    https://www.IntentionalTravelers.com
    Free phone checklist: https://intentional-travelers.kit.com/b162437a23

    If you love what we share in our podcast, just wait until you see what we can do for your trip!

    • Complete custom itinerary + travel plan
    • One-on-one travel planning consult with Cate
    • Itinerary review by Cate
    • DIY Germany travel planner
    • Germany train travel made easy
    • Our recommended tours, guides, and more
    • 15 things we take on every Germany trip
    • Our hotel recommendations

    Loving the podcast? Help us bring you more episodes!

    1. Please leave a 5-star rating and review. It helps make our podcast visible to more travelers.

    2. Buy us a coffee or 2. That helps support production costs.

    Thank you for listening!

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

    Show notes

    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 client Tracey Lavelle did, and she's here to tell us how everything went.

    In this episode, Tracey takes us through all 8 days on the ground and shares the highlights, logistics tips, and her family's most magical moments. If you're planning a multi-generational trip to Germany, you'll love this one!

    For show notes, photos, links, and helpful trip planning resources, visit >
    https://www.mygermanyvacation.com/how-to-pull-off-a-multi-generational-germany-trip/

    If you love what we share in our podcast, just wait until you see what we can do for your trip!

    • Complete custom itinerary + travel plan
    • One-on-one travel planning consult with Cate
    • Itinerary review by Cate
    • DIY Germany travel planner
    • Germany train travel made easy
    • Our recommended tours, guides, and more
    • 15 things we take on every Germany trip
    • Our hotel recommendations

    Loving the podcast? Help us bring you more episodes!

    1. Please leave a 5-star rating and review. It helps make our podcast visible to more travelers.

    2. Buy us a coffee or 2. That helps support production costs.

    Thank you for listening!

    34 min
  13. Ep 51 | Honest Answers to Real Travel Questions & Challenges

    Show notes

    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, I talk through my answers to recent travel planning questions from our Facebook community that are more complex than they might appear at first.

    If you love what we share in our podcast, just wait until you see what we can do for your trip!

    • Complete custom itinerary + travel plan
    • One-on-one travel planning consult with Cate
    • Itinerary review by Cate
    • DIY Germany travel planner
    • Germany train travel made easy
    • Our recommended tours, guides, and more
    • 15 things we take on every Germany trip
    • Our hotel recommendations

    Loving the podcast? Help us bring you more episodes!

    1. Please leave a 5-star rating and review. It helps make our podcast visible to more travelers.

    2. Buy us a coffee or 2. That helps support production costs.

    Thank you for listening!

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

    Show notes

    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 for. It's stunning, the food is outrageously good, and it couldn't feel more different from Germany!

    I recently sat down with Julie Dawn Fox, a Portugal destination expert with nearly two decades experience living there. In this episode, Julie shares her best advice for best stopover destinations, where to stay, what to eat, what to see -- and what to skip.

    For show notes, photos, links, and helpful trip planning resources, visit >
    https://www.mygermanyvacation.com/how-to-plan-a-lisbon-stopover-julies-tips-picks-stopover-series/

    If you love what we share in our podcast, just wait until you see what we can do for your trip!

    • Complete custom itinerary + travel plan
    • One-on-one travel planning consult with Cate
    • Itinerary review by Cate
    • DIY Germany travel planner
    • Germany train travel made easy
    • Our recommended tours, guides, and more
    • 15 things we take on every Germany trip
    • Our hotel recommendations

    Loving the podcast? Help us bring you more episodes!

    1. Please leave a 5-star rating and review. It helps make our podcast visible to more travelers.

    2. Buy us a coffee or 2. That helps support production costs.

    Thank you for listening!

    30 min
  15. Ep 49 | Our FlixBus Experiences and Review

    Show notes

    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 in this episode I share our experiences to help you decide if it's a good option for your trip.

    If you'd like to explore taking the train in Germany, listen to Ep 23 here next!

    For show notes, photos, links, and helpful trip planning resources, visit > https://www.mygermanyvacation.com/our-flixbus-experiences-and-review/

    If you love what we share in our podcast, just wait until you see what we can do for your trip!

    • Complete custom itinerary + travel plan
    • One-on-one travel planning consult with Cate
    • Itinerary review by Cate
    • DIY Germany travel planner
    • Germany train travel made easy
    • Our recommended tours, guides, and more
    • 15 things we take on every Germany trip
    • Our hotel recommendations

    Loving the podcast? Help us bring you more episodes!

    1. Please leave a 5-star rating and review. It helps make our podcast visible to more travelers.

    2. Buy us a coffee or 2. That helps support production costs.

    Thank you for listening!

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

    Show notes

    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 Germany trip so special and memorable. We talk about the Christmas markets, food, accommodations, and the moments Kori enjoyed the most. If you've been dreaming about traveling Germany at Christmas, you definitely want to listen to this one!

    Topics covered:

    • Why Kori and her husband chose Germany for a first-ever Europe trip
    • Renting a car vs. taking the train
    • Favorite Christmas market moments from Nuremberg, Rothenburg, and Innsbruck
    • The standout accommodations: a castle hotel, a charming Rothenburg inn, a resort with castle and mountain views, and a convenient Munich hotel
    • Food highlights including Christmas market favorites and an unforgettable hole-in-the-wall spot in Munich
    • Tips for making the most of a 1-week Germany Christmas market trip
    • What made planning their Christmas market adventure easy

    For show notes, photos, links, and helpful trip planning resources, visit > https://www.mygermanyvacation.com/podcast-episode-48

    If you love what we share in our podcast, just wait until you see what we can do for your trip!

    • Complete custom itinerary + travel plan
    • One-on-one travel planning consult with Cate
    • Itinerary review by Cate
    • DIY Germany travel planner
    • Germany train travel made easy
    • Our recommended tours, guides, and more
    • 15 things we take on every Germany trip
    • Our hotel recommendations

    Loving the podcast? Help us bring you more episodes!

    1. Please leave a 5-star rating and review. It helps make our podcast visible to more travelers.

    2. Buy us a coffee or 2. That helps support production costs.

    Thank you for listening!

    32 min
  17. Ep 47 | Is Hiring Private Tour Guide in Berlin Worth It?

    Show notes

    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 Matti Geyer, a born-and-raised Berliner and private tour guide in Berlin and Potsdam, to walk through the questions I hear from travelers all the time so you can decide whether a private guide belongs in your Germany itinerary.

    Matti has been guiding since 2008, covers everything from World War II and Cold War history to street art and off-the-beaten-path neighborhoods, and is one of our most trusted preferred partners for clients heading to Berlin.

    In this episode you'll learn:

    • Why a private guide helps you maximize your time in a big, spread-out city like Berlin
    • How private tours differ from group tours and which type of traveler gets the most out of each
    • The tour options Matti offers, from a three-hour best-of tour to full-day excursions to Potsdam and Sachsenhausen
    • How to find a qualified guide in Berlin when there is no formal licensing requirement
    • How kid-friendly, mobility-friendly, and introvert-friendly private tours actually work in practice
    • How to contact Matti, what to expect from the booking process, and what tours typically cost

    Not sure where to start with planning your Germany trip? Grab my free Germany Travel Starter Kit at https://www.mygermanyvacation.com/ and I will walk you through the five key decisions every first-time traveler to Germany needs to make.

    For show notes, photos, links, and helpful trip planning resources, visit > https://www.mygermanyvacation.com/podcast-episode-47

    If you love what we share in our podcast, just wait until you see what we can do for your trip!

    • Complete custom itinerary + travel plan
    • One-on-one travel planning consult with Cate
    • Itinerary review by Cate
    • DIY Germany travel planner
    • Germany train travel made easy
    • Our recommended tours, guides, and more
    • 15 things we take on every Germany trip
    • Our hotel recommendations

    Loving the podcast? Help us bring you more episodes!

    1. Please leave a 5-star rating and review. It helps make our podcast visible to more travelers.

    2. Buy us a coffee or 2. That helps support production costs.

    Thank you for listening!

    24 min
  18. Why We're Slowing Down (and How it Helps You)

    Show notes

    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 for your trip!

    • Complete custom itinerary + travel plan
    • One-on-one travel planning consult with Cate
    • Itinerary review by Cate
    • DIY Germany travel planner
    • Germany train travel made easy
    • Our recommended tours, guides, and more
    • 15 things we take on every Germany trip
    • Our hotel recommendations

    Loving the podcast? Help us bring you more episodes!

    1. Please leave a 5-star rating and review. It helps make our podcast visible to more travelers.

    2. Buy us a coffee or 2. That helps support production costs.

    Thank you for listening!

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

    Show notes

    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 your way to or from Germany.

    Gerrit shares where to stay, what to eat, which museums require booking months out, and why 1 day outside the city could be the best decision you make. If you're thinking about adding Amsterdam to your Germany itinerary, definitely listen to this episode!

    For show notes, photos, links, and helpful trip planning resources, visit > https://www.mygermanyvacation.com/podcast-episode-46/

    If you love what we share in our podcast, just wait until you see what we can do for your trip!

    • Complete custom itinerary + travel plan
    • One-on-one travel planning consult with Cate
    • Itinerary review by Cate
    • DIY Germany travel planner
    • Germany train travel made easy
    • Our recommended tours, guides, and more
    • 15 things we take on every Germany trip
    • Our hotel recommendations

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

    Show notes

    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 questions are worth pondering because your answers will shape your entire trip!

    For show notes, photos, links, and helpful trip planning resources, visit > https://www.mygermanyvacation.com/podcast-episode-45/

    If you love what we share in our podcast, just wait until you see what we can do for your trip!

    • Complete custom itinerary + travel plan
    • One-on-one travel planning consult with Cate
    • Itinerary review by Cate
    • DIY Germany travel planner
    • Germany train travel made easy
    • Our recommended tours, guides, and more
    • 15 things we take on every Germany trip
    • Our hotel recommendations

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    19 min