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UMTerp01

(1,048 posts)
Mon May 9, 2016, 07:53 PM May 2016

Planing a trip to Ramstein Germany for cousin in the Air Force. Any travel tips?

So my cousin just finished his basic training in the Air Force and will be stationed at Ramstein AFB in Germany when he begins his first tour at the end of this year. He will be stationed there for 1 year and then gets to choose where he wants to go. I have been to several European countries, but never Germany and I definitely want to take this opportunity to see it. I already have plans to take the bullet train from Ramstein area to Paris, which is only a 2 1/2 hour trip. I've been to Paris once before a couple summers ago and want to go back.

Have any of you ever been to Germany and can offer suggestions on places to go? There's not a lot near Ramstein. I'd be going with a couple other family members and we will be flying into Frankfurt. Ramstein isn't that close to Berlin but anyone ever been to Berlin before think its worth going to? Also, any other places? Like the German Alps or Munich? I'm just thinking of a good itinerary to have while I go to take advantage of while I'm there. Air fares are cheap (about $800 round trip) that I've seen so far from Philly to Frankfurt and I'd be staying on base, which will also be inexpensive. I'm thinking of going around this time next year. I don't want it to be super hot when I go but not really cold. Colder weather means I'd need to pack heavier clothes so I'd rather go when I don't need heavy sweaters and scarves and gloves and crap. So I'd like to maybe go with some long sleeved button downs with bringing 1 or 2 light jackets. It will be at least a 2 week trip. I'm so excited. Any travel tips would be greatly appreciated.

P.S. Not sure if this is the right group to post this in, but the Int'l Section doesn't have a Europe group.

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Planing a trip to Ramstein Germany for cousin in the Air Force. Any travel tips? (Original Post) UMTerp01 May 2016 OP
Enjoy JustAnotherGen May 2016 #1
You can fly/train really cheap to anywhere in Germany/Europe with enough pre-planning pkdu May 2016 #2
I like mostly architecture and museums UMTerp01 May 2016 #3
I have never been , but for same reasons Prague , Budapest , Madrid ( and Ronda!) , as well as pkdu May 2016 #4
no alcohol on plan -- dehydrates you oldandhappy May 2016 #5

JustAnotherGen

(33,733 posts)
1. Enjoy
Mon May 9, 2016, 07:57 PM
May 2016

Lived in Weisbaden as a little girl and born at that base hospital. Alas won't be going back until next year to visit some of my husband's family (Italians living in Germany).

pkdu

(3,977 posts)
2. You can fly/train really cheap to anywhere in Germany/Europe with enough pre-planning
Mon May 9, 2016, 08:08 PM
May 2016

what do you like to do?

Arts / Theater/Opera/ Museums

Sports

Architecture

Local Culture/Cuisine

Other?


 

UMTerp01

(1,048 posts)
3. I like mostly architecture and museums
Mon May 9, 2016, 08:12 PM
May 2016

So I would like to see museums and places with deep architectural significance. In Barcelona I loved going to the La Sagrada Familia church. It was an architectural marvel. I definitely enjoy the local cuisine and not the usual touristy areas. I want authentic food. Can't imagine doing any sports related things but if I go toward the end of May when the French Open is happening in Paris, I will definitely get tickets to go for at least 1 day.

pkdu

(3,977 posts)
4. I have never been , but for same reasons Prague , Budapest , Madrid ( and Ronda!) , as well as
Mon May 9, 2016, 08:54 PM
May 2016

Vienna , Berlin , and too many others.

I included Ronda as the only one I've visited..absolutely stunning drive up to the plateau , and even more stunning old city.

oldandhappy

(6,719 posts)
5. no alcohol on plan -- dehydrates you
Mon May 9, 2016, 09:00 PM
May 2016

drink water whenever possible on the plane

Otherwise have a glorious time!! The beauty and architecture and landscapes -- wow. Will be glorious. Happy for you. Whatever you do will be great. Open your eyes each day and smile.

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