A surfer tackles Munich's Eisbach wave.

19 great reasons to visit Munich, Bavaria

Munich, Germany, ranks among Europe's top destinations for overseas travellers. And it's justified. Here are just 19 reasons why... Englischer Garten: World class urban paradise An arguably unbeatable contender for the title of the world's greatest urban green space, Munich's primary natural lung is way…
A poster advertising Munich's six historic breweries in the Bavarian capital.

Munich beer culture: Discovering the city beyond Oktoberfest

Discover the authentic Munich beer scene that thrives year-round, from traditional beer gardens to historic beer halls where locals gather to celebrate Bavaria's legendary brewing heritage. Experience authentic Munich beer gardens If you've come in search of German beer stereotypes, the Munich Hofbräukeller beer garden…
One of Portland's many, many food trucks.

Is Portland, Oregon, really full of hipsters?

Spend a few days in Portland, and you soon realise the craft brewing, coffee roasting and urban winemaking are about passion rather than a desire to be hip. Portland’s hipster reputation In the couple of decades, Portland has burst from basically not having a reputation…