TODAY IN HISTORY! On this day in 1908, President Theodore Roosevelt declared the Grand Canyon a National Monument. “Let this great wonder of nature remain as it now is,” he said on a visit to the Grand Canyon in 1903. “You cannot improve on it. But what you can do is keep it for your children, your children’s children, and all who come after you as the one great sight which every American should see.” The Grand Canyon would become a National Park in 1919.
Everyone hates flying, but brown people have it especially rough. Comedian and famous brown man Aasif Mandvi shows brown people how to blend in with the white folks and actually make their flight in this hysterical but all-too-true Flight Safety PSA. NOTE: these examples have actually happened. Seriously. We wish we were making this up. To learn more about how you can help refugees and families in crisis, visit the International Rescue Committee at www.rescue.org.
Depending on the time of year you arrive in Munich there are various ways to experience the city. In Autumn, the Open Art festival takes place, allowing visitors to experience the city's impressive collection of contemporary galleries, 65 of them to be exact. The weekend is filled with exhibitions and parties, bringing together locals and tourists. In Spring, Die Lange Nacht der Musik, (Long Night of Music) is held, boasting around 400 concerts taking place in bars, restaurants, and even churches. Stay up to date on annual events, from the Christmas Markets and outdoor festivals that can be easily reached when you rent a car.
Munich, the capital of Bavaria, is known for being a center for innovation, business and culture. We offer more than 25 locations where you can rent a car in Munich, making it easier than ever to explore Germany. After you land at Munich airport, you can pick up your car rental, which also offers 24-hour drop off. If arriving in Munich by train we also have a branch at the central train station, as well at Munich Laim station and Munich Ostbahnhof. No matter how you arrive into Munich or what direction you will be heading off in, our affordable comprehensive car rental services are here to help you get around Germany in comfort and ease.
Im Zentrum von München befinden sich der Marienplatz und das Rathaus, von dessen Turm täglich das berühmte Glockenspiel ertönt. Nicht weit davon entfernt steht die Frauenkirche, das Wahrzeichen der Stadt. In einem Bürgerentscheid stimmten die Münchner ab, dass im Stadtgebiet kein Hochhaus mehr gebaut werden dürfe, das höher als die knapp 100 Meter hohen Türme der Frauenkirche sei. Eine weitere Kirche, die zu den Monumenten in München zählt, ist die Pfarrkirche St. Peter, im Volksmund Alter Peter genannt und ist die älteste Kirche der Stadt. Der Platz, auf dem der Alte Peter heute steht, gilt als der erste Siedlungskern der Stadt. Ein weiterer Anziehungspunkt für Touristen und Einheimische ist das bekannte und schon oft besungene Hofbräuhaus. Dort herrscht das ganze Jahr über eine Stimmung wie auf dem Oktoberfest. Es werden typisch bayerische Gerichte aufgetischt und zur Blaskapellenmusik lässt es sich gut schunkeln. Es lohnt sich nicht nur im Hotel zu essen, sondern den kulinarischen Empfehlungen in der Stadt zu folgen.
Munich is a winter and Christmas wonderland. The Christmas market on Marienplatz will be crowded, but it is a must-see. If you are into playing or watching the ice game of curling, check out the track in front of the Nymphenburg Palace. During Advent, hop aboard the Christmas tram (after buying a ticket!) to escape the cold. If the weather gets to be too cold, there are many spas in Munich, or you can also go to the Botanical Gardens. Take a 2-hour drive from the city to the highest mountain in Germany, the Zugspitze. Once there you can go hiking or skiing and enjoy the views. The roads within Munich can be traversed in a luxury sedan, but if heading out of the city, an SUV or 4-wheel-drive vehicle with winter tires is recommended. And be sure to check the availability of ski racks.
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