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Expert Profile: Larry Caldwell

Expertise:  Bavarian Alps, castles, things associated with King Ludwig II, the Rhine, Rothenburg odT, Kathe Wohlfahrt, shopping, eating, crystal collecting (Swarovski, Wattens, Austria), (former) East Germany revolution of 1989-1990, concentration camps.
Attended the special 350th Anniversary edition of the Oberammergau Passion Play in 1984. Fluent in German, I'm always asked by the locals where I learned to speak so well. That makes me feel good. When I go there, I want to blend right in and feel at home.

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Something interesting about this subject that others may not know:  I am currently writing a novel about Ludwig II and his last castle, Falkenstein.
What do you like about this subject?  Being there! Creating my Web pages about my experiences there (with lots of pictures).
What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?  I want to live there some day. Spend time hiking all through the wonderful Alps. Help others to enjoy the unsurpassed beauty of this region of the world and the pleasure of shopping for some of its greatest treasures.
Something controversial or provocative about this subject  I don't like to promote touristy things, especially because of the bad experiences I've seen and heard about with people who act like the stereotypical American tourist. That's one big reason why we get a bad reputation over there. However, if you go with an open mind, and expose yourself to their culture, the Germans, Austrians, and Swiss are absolutely wonderful hosts and provide the best
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Thank you I had been looking at these sites from some of your previous answers and found them helpful
(Maureen on 08/13/08)
Thanks Larry!! Really appreciate it. Now we have an idea of what our itenary should be.
(Cassandra on 10/14/07)
Thank you Larry. This info will help us in our arrangement of accomodation.
(Janet on 07/03/07)
Thanks, Larry. I appreciate your help and will look at the websites you recommend. I understand your reservations about Oktoberfest, but we'll probabl
(Melanie on 06/22/07)
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Recent Answers from Larry Caldwell
2008-08-13  Locations of train stations on a map? I got all the way to this page to find the Stadtplan (city plan - street map) before I got an error for some reason. Perhaps you can try it and it will work. The easiest way to get the info you want...
2008-08-10  furnished rental for 11 months I usually go right to my favorites like: www.fewo-direkt.de Here's two that come up for Amberg: http://www.fewo-direkt.de/index.cfm/fa/find.squery?refinements=&keywords=Amberg+ You...
2008-07-11  winter in germany The distances between your key cities are quite extensive. Driving the entire route may not be your best option. My friend just returned from a two week vacation in Germany last week and told me gas...
2008-06-16  places to see If at all possible can you cancel the flight to Nuremberg and get your money fully refunded? Precious sightseeing time is lost here. Although the flight is short, when you add in the layover, the airport...
2008-06-13  places to see Unfortunately you did not tell me how long you would be in Germany so I cannot give you any specific itinerary. However, with a general idea of where you will be I can suggest many things to see and do...
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