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The Germany Travel Planning Podcast is the go-to resource for anyone planning a trip to Germany—or even just dreaming of one. Hosted by Cate from MyGermanyVacation.com, this show provides practical travel information, insider tips, trip reports, and more to help travelers explore Germany and surrounding countries with confidence.
Aaron (MGV co-founder and Cate's husband) frequently joins the show, along with special guests who share their expertise and experiences.
Whether you're deciding where to go, how to navigate Germany’s trains, what to pack, or how to find hidden gems beyond the usual tourist spots, the Germany Travel Planning Podcast offers valuable insights to make every trip smoother and more enjoyable. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode!
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Ep 56 | The Meals That Made Kori's Bavaria Christmas Market Road Trip Unforgettable
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Aug 27, 2026 |
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55 | 4 Countries. 3 Weeks. 2 Teens: Planning & Enjoying an Epic Family Road Trip
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Aug 13, 2026 |
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Ep 54 | 5 Travel Mishaps I've Had in Germany and Europe (and What Each One Taught Me)
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Jul 30, 2026 |
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Ep 53 | What You Need to Know to Use Your Phone in Europe with Michelle Chang
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Jul 17, 2026 |
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Transportation Insights in Germany & Beyond [Special Event]
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Jul 02, 2026 |
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How to Choose Destinations in Germany & Beyond [Special Event]
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Jul 02, 2026 |
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When to Splurge vs Save in Germany & Beyond [Special Event]
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Jul 02, 2026 |
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Ep 52 | How to Pull Off a Multi-Generational Germany Trip (and Have Everyone Come Home Happy)
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Jun 18, 2026 |
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Ep 51 | Honest Answers to Real Travel Questions & Challenges
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Jun 05, 2026 |
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Ep 50 | How to Plan a Lisbon Stopover: Julie's Tips & Picks [Stopover Series]
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May 22, 2026 |
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Ep 49 | Our FlixBus Experiences and Review
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Apr 30, 2026 |
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Ep 48 | How to Make the Most of a 1-week Bavarian Christmas Market Getaway [Trip Report]
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Apr 16, 2026 |
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Ep 47 | Is Hiring Private Tour Guide in Berlin Worth It?
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Apr 02, 2026 |
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Why We're Slowing Down (and How it Helps You)
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Apr 01, 2026 |
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Ep 46 | How to Plan an Amsterdam Stopover: Gerrit's Tips & Picks [Stopover Series]
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Mar 19, 2026 |
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Ep 45 | Don't Start With Where You Want to Go - Start With This Instead
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Mar 12, 2026 |
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Can I Ask You Something? (It's About Your Germany Trip)
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Mar 05, 2026 |
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Ep 44 | Dos and Don'ts for Your First Day in Germany
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Feb 26, 2026 |
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Ep 43 | Germany with Teens: How to Make the Most of a 2-Week Family Trip [Trip Report]
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Feb 19, 2026 |
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Ep 42 | Traveler Q & A: Car vs Train, Itinerary Review & Christmas Market Packing
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Feb 12, 2026 |
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Ep 41 | The Most Delicious Way to Spend an Afternoon in Salzburg
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Feb 05, 2026 |
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Ep 40 | How to Plan a Dublin Stopover: Jody's Tips & Picks [Stopover Series]
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Feb 01, 2026 |
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Ep 39 | 5 Things to Know Before You Go to Germany
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Jan 23, 2026 |
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Ep 38 | How to Make the Most of 1 Week in Germany [Trip Report]
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Jan 15, 2026 |
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Ep 37 | What First-timers to Germany Need to Know
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Jan 08, 2026 |
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INVITATION: Free Europe Travel Planning Event!
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Jan 05, 2026 |
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Ep 36 | 3 Germany Updates and What's Next for the Podcast and Us
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Nov 27, 2025 |
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Ep 35 How to Include London in your Germany Travel Plans [Stopover Series]
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Nov 20, 2025 |
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Ep 34 How to Plan the Perfect Germany Christmas Market Trip
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Nov 13, 2025 |
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Ep 33 Fall Weather in Germany: What to Expect and What to Pack [Field Report]
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Nov 06, 2025 |
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Ep 32 Rhine Villages, a Castle Hotel & Antique Treasures: How Sallie Made Her Germany Trip a 25th Anniversary to Remember [Trip Report]
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Oct 30, 2025 |
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Ep 31 Souvenirs That Bring Germany Home With You
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Oct 23, 2025 |
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Ep 30 Germany by Train vs Car: Pros, Cons & Insider Tips
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Oct 17, 2025 |
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Ep 29 Planning a Paris Stopover: Marcie’s Tips & Picks [Stopover Series]
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Oct 09, 2025 |
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Ep 28 Don't Make these Christmas Market Mistakes!
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Oct 04, 2025 |
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Ep 27 Best Day Trips From Munich
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Sep 25, 2025 |
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Ep 26 A Mother-Daughter Trip to Remember with Anna Vogler [Trip Report]
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Sep 18, 2025 |
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Ep 25 How We Can Help You Plan Your Dream Trip
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Sep 11, 2025 |
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Ep 24 Five Things You Must Do in Heidelberg
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Sep 04, 2025 |
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Ep 23 The Truth About Taking the Train in Germany
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Aug 28, 2025 |
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Ep 22 Reflections on Being a Tourist
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Aug 22, 2025 |
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Ep 21 Food and Beer Tours in Berlin and Munich Worth Booking
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Aug 14, 2025 |
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Ep 20 The Best Time to Visit Germany
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Aug 07, 2025 |
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Ep 19 Don’t Leave Germany Without Trying These 10 Foods
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Jul 31, 2025 |
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Ep 18 Our 5 Favorite Nürnberg Experiences
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Jul 24, 2025 |
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Ep 17 Inside Oktoberfest: Anne’s Unforgettable Adventure in Munich [Trip Report]
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Jul 17, 2025 |
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Ep 16 How to Pack Like a Pro for Germany
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Jul 10, 2025 |
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Ep 15 How to Turn Your Ideas Into a Germany Trip Itinerary You’ll Love
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May 23, 2025 |
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Ep 14 Eleven Germany Travel Mistakes You Can Totally Avoid
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May 15, 2025 |
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Ep 13 A Berlin Christmas Market Adventure with Tracy Collins
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May 09, 2025 |
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Ep 12 Seven Essential Tips for Visiting Neuschwanstein Castle
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Apr 24, 2025 |
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Ep 11 Before You Plan Another Thing, Listen to This
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Apr 17, 2025 |
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Ep 10 How to Book better Flights to Germany with Michelle Chang
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Apr 10, 2025 |
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Ep 9 Trip Report: Cologne Christmas Markets We Loved
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Apr 03, 2025 |
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Ep 8 Ten Simple Germany Adventures You Can't Miss
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Mar 27, 2025 |
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Ep 7 Munich Tours We Can't Stop Talking About
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Mar 21, 2025 |
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Ep 6 Four Mistakes to Avoid When Planning Your Own Germany Trip
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Mar 13, 2025 |
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Ep 5 Berlin for Beginners - Insider Tips with Matti Geyer
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Mar 06, 2025 |
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Ep 4 Is the Deutschland-Ticket Right for You?
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Feb 27, 2025 |
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Ep 3 Our Favorite Day in the Black Forest
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Feb 20, 2025 |
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Ep 1 Welcome to the Germany Travel Planning Podcast
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Feb 20, 2025 |
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Ep 2 Your Germany Travel Questions Answered
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Feb 20, 2025 |