Gerd Nefzer wins Oscar for visual effects in Dune
German visual effects artist Gerd Nefzer won an Oscar for his work on Dune, showcasing his mastery in cinematic special effects. His stunning visuals brought Denis Villeneuve’s sci-fi epic to life. Read the full article on ‘Deutsche Welle’ here.
Beyond the peaks
Would you like to discover the Swiss mountains in seven films. In 10 languages, the films celebrate the Swiss love of mountains and the great outdoors. Follow the link.
Travel to Hamburg
Did you ever dream about visiting Hamburg? Check out ‘A Weekend in Hamburg’ and find out, if a visit to Hamburg would be a dream come true. Link to the magazine
Are Saint Nick and Santa Clause the same?
Read the article from Deutsche Welle “Why Saint Nick and Santa Claus are not the same”. How Christianity, pagan folklore and capitalism were combined to create the legend of Santa Claus — and why he’s not interchangeable with Saint Nicholas. Full article here
The top ten Christmas market treats to try this year
If you wonder which treats are a must have during your visit of Christmas markets in Europe, read the article from discover Germany. Article here. In case you would like to try out some recipes check out the ones on our website: Leberkäse, Schupfnudeln made from potatoes, Grog, Stollen, Lumumba,…
The 100 Castle Bike Tour
Would you like to do something different for your holidays next year? Why not travel to Germany and hop on a bike to tour 100 castles in the Münsterland region. Read the article about the tour here.
German Heritage Month
October is officially recognized as “German Heritage Month” in Canada. It’s a time to celebrate the contributions of German-Canadians to our society, embrace the richness of German language and culture, and ensure that future generations have the opportunity to learn about and appreciate German heritage. Enjoy the events during October…
Sheep migration in Switzerland
Did you know more than a thousand sheep are migrating to Alpine pastures in a Swiss tradition every year. Read the full article here.
Authentic experiences in the mountains
Deepening one’s knowledge of the culture, traditions and customs of the holiday destination will add value, enrichment, and emotions to one’s travel experience. In Alta Badia, in the heart of the Dolomites UNESCO World Heritage Site, traditions are still lived every day. Read the full article in Discover Germany, Switzerland…
The winner of Canada’s got Talent is from Saskatchewan
The Indigenous singer Rebecca Strong from Prince Albert won Canada’s got Talent 2024. More information here.
