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  • Unveiling Bad Wimpfen: A Picturesque European Village

    When in Europe, we all dream of stumbling upon that hidden treasure, a spot untouched by tourist hordes, where we can bask in old-world charm without having to dodge selfie sticks or fight for a café table. But does such a magical place even exist? And if it does, is it hidden in the middle…

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  • IDSTEIN, A GEM OF A HALF-TIMBERED TOWN IN GERMANY

    When visiting Europe, most travellers always want to find the undiscovered gem, the un-touristed place where we can soak up all of the joys of the old world without feeling like we’re in an episode of “The Amazing Race” to be the first at the top of the tower or to get the perfect seat…

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  • Discover Andermatt: A Charming Swiss Alpine Village

    Andermatt is a charming mountain village in the heart of the Swiss Alps.  The setting is breathtaking, it’s like a real life mountain movie set. It’s at an elevation of 1,437 meters / 4,714 feet and has a population of just under 1,500 people.  The population will likely be growing in the future due to…

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  • How we managed to stay in Munich for four nights without incurring any hotel costs!

    The IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card carries a $99 annual fee. This card offers a plethora of perks and advantages to offset this cost. These include a generous 165,000-point welcome bonus upon meeting the minimum spending requirement, immediate Platinum Elite status entailing complimentary upgrades and early check-in privileges, up to 16 times rewards on…

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  • Unleash the magic of Munich: A four-night journey using your travel points

    Servus, from Munich! Due to its clean, efficient and wide reaching public transportation network, all of the delights that Munich has to offer are within easy reach immediately upon arrival at the main train station. We travelled to Munich using a combination of the 49 Euro Deutschland ticket (49 Euro a month for regional trains,…

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  • Unveiling the Mysteries of Acquiring a Business Credit Card for Your Side Hustle

    Numerous business credit cards provide rewards and benefits that rival, and in some cases surpass, those offered by premier personal credit cards. Business credit cards frequently feature substantial sign-up bonuses, exclusive category spending incentives, and a variety of additional perks. Despite this, there exists a reluctance among certain individuals to acquire a business card, even…

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  • Carnival in Cologne: A Rich History and Cultural Extravaganza

    Carnival in Germany mirrors the festivities of Mardi Gras in the United States and Carnival in Brazil. This event deviates from the conventional notion of a fair or carnival commonly linked with the term “carnival.” This jubilant event spans a week leading up to Ash Wednesday, heralding the commencement of the Lenten season. Characterized by…

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  • Which Credit Cards should I start with?

    Although, it’s important to consider each individual’s unique needs and circumstances, we generally advise newcomers to the points and miles world to begin with a credit card offering a generous welcome bonus, an annual fee of approximately $100 or less, and a diverse range of redemption options to choose from.

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  • Frequently Asked Questions about Travel Hacking

    What precisely does the term “travel hacking” mean? Using credit card points and miles to offset the cost of travel.  Won’t opening multiple credit cards ruin my credit? NO! Opening several credit cards has not impacted our credit score but remember to keep the following things in mind: Who is considered an ideal candidate for

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  • A comprehensive guide to the DB €49 Deutschland Monthly Train Ticket

    It’s a monthly subscription that costs €49, granting access to all public transportation in Germany, with the exception of most ICE, IC or EC trains so any long distance and high speed trains are not able to be used.  Upon subscription, €49 will be deducted from your account every month. This ticket has been available…

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