Travel Tips
February 2, 2008
Gaynor Ferrari, a PR manager, and her husband Alan Ferrar, a Web designer, are from London.
Our favorite destination in Germany: Cologne during carnival.
Our preferred accommodation: Sleeping on futons at a friend's place -- shower and good breakfast included.
A perfect day in Cologne: When the people of Cologne celebrate carnival on the streets with visitors from all over the world. Everyone is dressed up, there's music everywhere -- and sometimes there's even sunshine.
We tend to spend our money on: Not for shopping or eating out, but for beer -- uh, Kölsch.
Our tip: Go on a tour of the city by taxi to get a feel for the carnival spirit at night.
Where we want to visit next: We'd like to experience the official opening of the carnival season on Nov. 11 at 11:11 am.
What we like best about Germany: The openness of the people, the good food -- and that the people have a good sense of humor.