Sharon Holton-Schmitt
Sharon lives in Germany and loves to travel throughout the country to unique destinations with her husband. Sharon, a freelance writer, searches for new areas to discover not only in Germany but throughout Europe and presents the best tourism and travel tips.
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Bach. of Science in Psychology with a minor in EducationMotto
"You can't have a better tomorrow if you are thinking about yesterday all the time."
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Love Parade 2010Electro-club music party lovers and ready for the return of Love Parade in Duisburg, Germany. -
RUHR.2010 Still-Life A40/B1: The Day the Autobahn Stood StillStill-Life A40/B1, an event where a portion of the Autobahn was closed then reopened with 20,000 tables for friends, family, and co-workers to meet and showcase to the world their unique talents, hobbies, or just have a fun day. -
Top Ten Smallest Countries in the WorldWhat these 10 countries lack in size, they make up for in appeal. The list of the ten smallest countries in the world offers you a brief insight into little known facts. -
Two Makeup Must-Haves for Your Little Black BagTo ask a woman to select only two must-have makeup items we can't live without is torture. Like an artist we start with a canvas and from there add a dash of color. Read on to see which two items are in my little black makeup bag. -
Three First Date Ideas in Heidelberg, GermanyWhy not dinner, drinks, and a movie on your first date? Well, the beautiful city of in Heidelberg, Germany has more to offer than the traditional date ideas and at a fraction of the cost. -
Discovering Germany's "White Gold"Experience the exhibit called 'White Gold. 300 Years of the Meissen Manufactory Myth: Albrechtsburg Castle as a Porcelain Palace'. -
Celebrating Qingming Festival:Information on the Qingming Festival, a Chinese celebration of death and rebirth, and how to celebrate it. -
Stations of the Cross in Wuerzburg, GermanyEvery year tens of thousands of faithful Christians find their way to the Stations of the Cross (Via Crucis in Latin) to make a spiritual pilgrimage of prayer, meditating along the way at each of the 14 stations represented in pictures or sculptures. -
Pysanky Ukranian Easter EggsBeautiful Ukrainian Easter eggs, a 200 year-old tradition. -
Sommertagszug, Cheerful Summer Day Parades in GermanySommertagszug festivals across Germany burn away winter and welcome spring. -
Hadaka Matsuri (Naked Festival)It's a typical February day in Okayama, Japan with average temperatures around 30 degrees Fahnrenheit. Locals go about their daily lives but at midnight on the third Saturday of February, hold on to your umbrellas because it's raining men, naked men. -
Love Along the Romantic Road in GermanyAlong the Romantic Road route from the Main River to the German Alps, you can't help but fall in love again with the 27 German cities and villages poets wrote about during the Romantic Period. -
Let Good Times Roll at Carnival in Cologne, GermanyCologne Carnival is an incredible street party steeped in heavenly roots. -
Zugspitze - Germany's Stairway to HeavenZugspitze, an impressive nearly 10,000-foot peak in the Bavarian Alps, is Germany's rooftop to the heavens, as well as the country's only glacier. -
Made in Germany: Ritter Sport ChocolatesRitter Sport, a brand of mouth watering chocolates made in Germany. -
Ski Germany's No. 1 Ski Resort: Garmisch-PartenkirchenSnow lovers hit the ski slopes weeks ago with skis, snowboards, snowshoes and whatever equipment is required to make the perfect snow vacation. On your next Germany travel trip, spend a few days in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany's top ski resort.
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Ruhr.2010 - European Capital of Culture Grand Opening EventOn January 9, 2010 over 100,000 visitors celebrated the opening of the European Capital of Culture Ruhr.2010 in Essen, Germany.
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The Feast of the Holy Black NazareneThe Feast of the Holy Black Nazarene takes place in the Philippines on January 9, and followers hope for the chance to touch the statue said to have miraculous healing powers.
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2010 European Capital of Culture Showcases Three Unique CitiesThe European Capital of Culture is a city designated by the European Union for one calendar year. This year, three cities share the honor and will showcase their unique cultures to Europe and the world.
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Celebrating Heilige Drei Koenige (Epiphany) in GermanyOn January 6 every year in Germany, children dress up as the Magi (Three Kings), who on that very special evening who saw a bright star and followed it to Bethlehem where they first laid eyes on Jesus.
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Kid-Friendly Racing at Michael Schumacher's Kart and Event CenterFor many a trip to Germany must include a drive on the world-famous German Autobahn. If you are under the driving limit and want to experience the Autobahn rush, head to the Michael Schumacher Kart and Event Center.
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The Dresden Semper Opera Ball, a Night of Glitz and GlamorThe Semper Opera Ball is an annual society event held in Dresden, Germany. On January 15, 2010, the fifth Semper Opera Ball will welcome Germany and Europe's VIPs for a night of glamour and waltz dancing.
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The Sherlock Holmes Look - Learn to Dress like a SherlockianLearn to look like a Sherlockian, uncovering the stores fitting to the London lad.
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How to Avoid a New Year's Eve HangoverNew Year's Eve can be enjoyed with out over-indulging yourself by drinking unbelievable amounts of alcohol. Follow the two-phase process to aid in preventing and curing a New Year's Eve hangover.
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Celebrate New Year's Eve like a GermanLike many other New Year's Eve celebrations, the evening in Germany is full of fun, food, fireworks, and of course Feuerzangenbowle. The evening typically begins with a movie, food and drink, horn tooting and many fireworks displays.
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New Year's Eve Cheese Fondue RecipeFondue, the art of communal cooking in a pot has made a comeback. The word fondue comes from the French word Fondre. Popular in France it is equally popular in Switzerland, especially cheese fondue, which is served around the holiday season.
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World's Largest New Year's Party in BerlinNew Year's Eve in Berlin is the liveliest, largest, international celebration in the world. Join the fun and ring in the new year German style.
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Four Hills Ski Jumping Tournament in Oberstdorf, GermanyThe Four Hills Tournament is a world class ski jumping event that has been taking place in Germany and Austria since 1952.
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How to Clean a Camera LensA clean camera lens is essential for capturing photos. Whether your lens is new or old, the first thing to remember is to keep it protected. If your lens is dirty, you will not achieve good results no matter the cost of the lens.
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Winter Solstice Celebration in Brighton, EnglandThe winter solstice occurs when the North Pole is tilted 23.5 degrees away from the sun. The new solar year represents nature's birth, death, and rebirth.
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How to Make GluhweinAn simple and easy recipe for making traditional German Christmas market gluhwein.
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Paris Transportation: Getting Around the City of LightsParis, the ultimate city for romance, fashion and Michelin star restaurants awaits your visit, so learn how to get around the city most efficiently using the extensive transportation system.
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London Transportation: Getting Around the CapitalLondon has Buckingham Palace, the British Museum, the London Eye and so much more. You want to see it all, but traveling in the huge capital metropolis can seem mind-boggling. Get the most for your money with these cost-effective transportation tips.
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Santa is Coming to Town (with His Black Slave)Every year on December 5th, millions of Dutch citizens(and some other Europeans too) look forward to the birthday celebration of St. Nicholas, the Bishop of Myra (Turkey) known for his generosity, love for children and concern for sailors and ships.
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New Year's Eve Cocktails and Mocktails for a Girls's Only PartyNew Years Eve is a wonderful time to ring in the new and get rid of the old. Traditionally a couples evening, enjoy these festive drinks with "the girls". Remember, if you are of legal drinking age, drink in moderation and never drink and drive.
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10 Equipment-free Exercise Ideas for WinterDuring the cold dreary winter months learn how to incorporate these simple exercises into your daily regime to stay fit.
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Bad Wimpfen German Christmas MarketThe Christmas market in Bad Wimpfen is one of Germany's hidden treasures where you journey through the middle ages in a decorative and festive atmosphere.
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Unlock the Secrets of Using Mobile Phones in GermanyBefore you travel to Germany, know these useful tips on mobile phone usage.