Escape Inspiration.

An interview with wecyclebrandenburg: How do we find mushrooms? Which mushrooms can we pick and eat? What do we need to take with us?

Our favourite places to stay in Germany with a private sauna - add a little luxury to your vacation!

Your first trip to a sauna can be daunting, but fear not! Tips and tricks for blending in at the sauna

Meet the members using The Staycation Collection: hello, Chelsea, an English teacher and lover of wild swimming

Our pick of hotels and apartments in the German capital that are as unique as the city itself

With rural holiday apartments and hotels booked out for the rest of the summer, it's time to get creative with holidaying

Did you know there are just under 50 UNESCO World Heritage Sites across Germany? These are our top 10

Meet the members using The Staycation Collection: hello, Judith, a foodie and lover of all things nature (well, except mosquitos, maybe...)

From embracing slow travel principles to taking holidays closer to home; here’s how you can become a more climate-conscious traveller

The most romantic destinations in Germany: from cabins on the coast to cosy cottages surrounded by forest

Your step-by-step guide to a weekend in the beautiful Wendland, a UNESCO-listed nature reserve between Berlin and Hamburg

Meet the members using The Staycation Collection: hello, Fariya, a swimming fanatic and lover of balcony breakfasts

The 7 best hikes in Germany: from Bavarian gorges to North Sea mudflats. These are our favourite hiking routes for those looking to connect with Germany's natural beauty

Taking your dog on holiday in Germany? These are the best places to go and our favourite pet-friendly places to stay

Stop what you're doing and plan a trip to the Müritz, Germany's largest lake. Here's how to spend a weekend - from what to do to where to stay

Get your summer staycations booked! These places to stay - from boutique B&Bs to cool cabins - still have availability in June and July

Road trip from Lower Moselle back to Berlin (with a few stops on the way): what to do, where to stay, and the things we wish we'd seen

Road trip from Berlin to the Upper Moselle (via Weimar): what to do, where to stay, and wines we recommend

From stargazing in an official dark zone to an adventure village for strawberries; this is what to do in Brandenburg’s Havelland

Your guide to foraging in Germany - how to do it and what to gather - by herbalist Flora Fernandez

Happy Earth Day 2021: here are our favourite sustainable staycations in Germany

From bike rides along the river and past cultural hotspots to cycling routes through the forest and into vineyards, here are the best bike rides in Germany, as chosen by you

What are the health benefits of wild swimming? And where are our favourite places in Germany to go open-water swimming?

Lockdown-compatible activities: here are the best places in Berlin to enjoy the cherry blossoms (psst - did you know the trees were a gift from Japan?)

Following its 2020 renovation, we spoke to the Circus Hotel's manager, Katrin, to discover the story behind the Berlin institution

Explore Berlin's architectural gems by bike (or foot!), and learn the stories behind the buildings: an interview with Monika Kanokova

Newly added to The Staycation Collection: our current favourite places to stay in Brandenburg.

Reisen in Brandenburg: why we love Fläming and what to do there‍ (hint: nature, spas and adventure)

Just 40 minutes from central Berlin lies this stunning apartment within a former train station surrounded by nothing but trees

“Make people happy and the rest will take care of itself”: an interview with Burig Bolthole's owner Annika

Part two of our guide to one of the Ostsee’s most spectacular regions: the best cabins and self-catering houses.

Part one of our Fischland-Darß-Zingst travel guide: why we love the region and our top things to do, including beaches, hikes and bike rides.

Local hero series: What is natural wine? Which German vineyards should we visit to get the good stuff?

Forest bathing: what is it and where can you do it?

Local hero series: an interview with the value-led, Berlin spirits brand

Insider tips for Berlin’s best parks (all are open and allow for COVID regulation-compatible walks)

Tips from the creator of the BertaBerlin travel guides: explore the world without leaving Berlin's city limits

We sat down with the king of coffee to find out how to make the holiday must-have - a perfect cup of coffee

Six of our favourite waterside escapes (Fernweh guaranteed)

A conversation with one of the minds behind Coconat, a gorgeous countryside getaway

You have spoken: these are Ferienwohnungen, B&Bs and holiday homes that you loved the most in 2020.

Interview: Germany’s best places to see the stars and tips for budding astronomers.

How you are making mini-holiday moments, based on the ethos of travel

Get that holiday feeling: an interview with Fira Soda (members get 20% off).

What will travel in 2021 look like? From wellbeing to sustainability, we share our ideas

Partner interview: we spoke to Koko & Clay (members get 15% off everything), about their love of nature.

Our guide on where to go once lockdown is lifted - from the mountains to the sea. See you there!

The best forest walks in Berlin: switch off and soak up nature

Our recommended reading for the November lockdown.

Insider tips on good grapes, vineyard holidays, and what you should keep your eyes open for.

Insider tips: my top five trips to escape Berlin (plus where to stay)

Recipe developer and lover of the outdoors, Judith Gillies, shares her top tips for making the most of a Ferienwohnung kitchen

Northern Europe's weather is unpredictable: let's embrace it!

I took a mid-week mini-break to check out the Müritz Water Tower.

Community-tested adventures: An afternoon paddleboarding in northern Brandenburg.

Book your autumn getaway now: these cosy cabins still have availability.

Community approved escapes: A day trip from Berlin by bike (Spandauer Schifffahrtskanal, Tegelersee).

I spent an afternoon with the owner of the beautiful Old School Brandenburg.

Some German pals shared their favourite childhood holiday destinations.

A rundown of my go-to German spas: whether you’re a sauna novice or committed convert, they’re well worth a visit.

They say there are over 3,000 lakes in Brandenburg, so how do you choose where to go? You ask an expert! Thanks for the tips, Jessica Lee.

Think back to the last time you had a weekend away... Do you remember that feeling of renewal after pressing pause on your busy schedule?