The most precious and famous Nuremberg artwork, as well as other important treasures, was saved in the Second World War although the city was 90% destroyed by bombs. This impressive feat was accomplished using a labyrinth of beer cellars, built in medieval times, deep into the grounds under the Imperial Castle. Not surprisingly Hitler, a maniac with many astonishing … [Read more...]
Nuremberg with Viking River Cruises
Nuremberg was never on the list of places Blonde thought of visiting. But then Viking River Cruises extended an invitation to join their Romantic Danube itinerary which began in Nuremberg. So Nuremberg moved way up the list! That turned out to be a good thing. The trip was in December and Nuremberg has what is reputed to be the oldest and largest Christmas market. OK, … [Read more...]
Socializing with Viking River Cruises
Several months ago when checking our email for the usual deluge of fabulous offers of free first-class trips around the world (and instead finding male "enhancement" options) we spotted an email from Viking River Cruises. Would we like to be their guest on their second "social cruise" with other "influencers". Are these other people good or bad influences? Which … [Read more...]