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2021.12 Germany and Christmas Markets (part 2)

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2021.12 Germany and Christmas Markets (part 2) – Hampton inn by hilton, frankfurt city centre messe

Our first hotel during this trip was a simple Hampton Inn.  It is located well for those attending the convention (Messe) centre, and it is close to both U-bahn (subway) and S-bahn (local trains) public transit, and is very close to the main north/south Autobahn (highway) traveling through Frankfurt.  Overall, it was a great stay with one small opportunity for improvement.

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2021.12 Germany and Christmas Markets (part 1)

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2021.12 Germany and christmas markets (part 1)

Before March 2020, we had a few ideas on upcoming trips.  One included traveling to Germany to visit Christmas Markets.  Obviously, due to a global pandemic and travel being significantly reduced and filled with ever changing requirements it wasn’t until December 2021 that we traveled.  And even then, traveling conditions changed, but we were able to make the journey…

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2019.06 – Paris, Le Mans, Augsburg – Part 9

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Afternoon in Amsterdam

A benefit of a 23 hour connection was that we didn’t need to pick up our checked luggage.  After a quick pit stop to our hotel, it was time to head into the city by train.  But, before exploring more of the city it was time for lunch, our favourite Dim Sum at Sea Palace!

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