Germany Travel Planning with Cate

Cate from MyGermanyVacation.com
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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! 

  1. 4d ago

    How to Choose Destinations in Germany & Beyond [Special Event]

    When you're planning a trip to Germany or elsewhere in Europe, narrowing down where to go can get overwhelming.  Which city should you start in?  Should you skip the overcrowded spots?  How do you know if a place is "worth the hype"? In this episode, I and other destination experts from the UK, Portugal, Ireland, and Spain walk through how we help travelers make these decisions. 🗺️ Meet the destination experts: Cate - Germany Destination Expert https://www.MyGermanyVacation.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mygermanyvacation    Tracy - UK Destination Expert https://www.UKTravelPlanning.com UK Travel Planning Podcast: https://uktravelplanning.com/uk-trave... Julie - Portugal Destination Expert https://www.juliedawnfox.com Free Portugal Trip Planning Starter Pack: https://juliedawnfox.com/toolkit/ Jody - Ireland Destination Expert https://www.IrelandFamilyVacations.com Free TRIP Framework guide: https://ifv.kit.com/2c6b9a215f Karen - Spain Destination Expert https://www.spainlesstraveled.com Free discovery call: https://www.spainlesstraveled.com/discovery-call    Michelle - DIY Trip Summit & Intentional Travelers https://www.IntentionalTravelers.com Free phone checklist: https://intentional-travelers.kit.com/b162437a23  If you love what we share in our podcast, just wait until you see what we can do for your trip! Complete custom itinerary + travel plan One-on-one travel planning consult with Cate Itinerary review by Cate DIY Germany travel plannerGermany train travel made easy Our recommended tours, guides, and more 15 things we take on every Germany tripOur hotel recommendationsLoving the podcast? Help us bring you more episodes! 1. Please leave a 5-star rating and review. It helps make our podcast visible to more travelers. 2. Buy us a coffee or 2. That helps support production costs.   Thank you for listening!

    30 min

  2. 4d ago

    Transportation Insights in Germany & Beyond [Special Event]

    Getting around Germany and elsewhere in Europe on your vacation is one of the most important decisions you'll need to make. Drive, train, bus, plane, or hire a driver - each option comes with trade-offs. In this episode, I and other destination experts from the UK, Portugal, Ireland, and Spain share how to think through transportation decisions, including when driving makes sense and what to do when it doesn't. 🗺️ Meet the destination experts: Cate - Germany Destination Expert https://www.MyGermanyVacation.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mygermanyvacation    Tracy - UK Destination Expert https://www.UKTravelPlanning.com UK Travel Planning Podcast: https://uktravelplanning.com/uk-trave... Julie - Portugal Destination Expert https://www.juliedawnfox.com Free Portugal Trip Planning Starter Pack: https://juliedawnfox.com/toolkit/ Jody - Ireland Destination Expert https://www.IrelandFamilyVacations.com Free TRIP Framework guide: https://ifv.kit.com/2c6b9a215f Karen - Spain Destination Expert https://www.spainlesstraveled.com Free discovery call: https://www.spainlesstraveled.com/discovery-call    Michelle - DIY Trip Summit & Intentional Travelers https://www.IntentionalTravelers.com Free phone checklist: https://intentional-travelers.kit.com/b162437a23  If you love what we share in our podcast, just wait until you see what we can do for your trip! Complete custom itinerary + travel plan One-on-one travel planning consult with Cate Itinerary review by Cate DIY Germany travel plannerGermany train travel made easy Our recommended tours, guides, and more 15 things we take on every Germany tripOur hotel recommendationsLoving the podcast? Help us bring you more episodes! 1. Please leave a 5-star rating and review. It helps make our podcast visible to more travelers. 2. Buy us a coffee or 2. That helps support production costs.   Thank you for listening!

    34 min

  3. 4d ago

    When to Splurge vs Save in Germany & Beyond [Special Event]

    Travel costs in Germany and all over Europe have gone up - and that means the decisions about where to spend and where to cut back matter more than ever. In this episode, I and other destination experts from the UK, Portugal, Ireland, and Spain share the most commonly enjoyed splurges, where smart travelers save so they can spend on what matters most, and insider money saving hacks. 🗺️ Meet the destination experts: Cate - Germany Destination Expert https://www.MyGermanyVacation.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mygermanyvacation    Tracy - UK Destination Expert https://www.UKTravelPlanning.com UK Travel Planning Podcast: https://uktravelplanning.com/uk-trave... Julie - Portugal Destination Expert https://www.juliedawnfox.com Free Portugal Trip Planning Starter Pack: https://juliedawnfox.com/toolkit/ Jody - Ireland Destination Expert https://www.IrelandFamilyVacations.com Free TRIP Framework guide: https://ifv.kit.com/2c6b9a215f Karen - Spain Destination Expert https://www.spainlesstraveled.com Free discovery call: https://www.spainlesstraveled.com/discovery-call    Michelle - DIY Trip Summit & Intentional Travelers https://www.IntentionalTravelers.com Free phone checklist: https://intentional-travelers.kit.com/b162437a23  If you love what we share in our podcast, just wait until you see what we can do for your trip! Complete custom itinerary + travel plan One-on-one travel planning consult with Cate Itinerary review by Cate DIY Germany travel plannerGermany train travel made easy Our recommended tours, guides, and more 15 things we take on every Germany tripOur hotel recommendationsLoving the podcast? Help us bring you more episodes! 1. Please leave a 5-star rating and review. It helps make our podcast visible to more travelers. 2. Buy us a coffee or 2. That helps support production costs.   Thank you for listening!

    25 min

  4. Jun 18

    Ep 52 | How to Pull Off a Multi-Generational Germany Trip (and Have Everyone Come Home Happy)

    What does it actually take to plan a trip to Germany for 3 generations — grandparents, parents, and teenagers — and have everyone love it? That's exactly what our client Tracey Lavelle did, and she's here to tell us how everything went. In this episode, Tracey takes us through all 8 days on the ground and shares the highlights, logistics tips, and her family's most magical moments. If you're planning a multi-generational trip to Germany, you'll love this one!  If you love what we share in our podcast, just wait until you see what we can do for your trip! Complete custom itinerary + travel plan One-on-one travel planning consult with Cate Itinerary review by Cate DIY Germany travel plannerGermany train travel made easy Our recommended tours, guides, and more 15 things we take on every Germany tripOur hotel recommendationsLoving the podcast? Help us bring you more episodes! 1. Please leave a 5-star rating and review. It helps make our podcast visible to more travelers. 2. Buy us a coffee or 2. That helps support production costs.   Thank you for listening!

    34 min

  5. Jun 5

    Ep 51 | Honest Answers to Real Travel Questions & Challenges

    You can find travel advice all over the internet. The problem? Much of it is oversimplified and not actually right for your unique trip.  That's why in this episode, I talk through my answers to recent travel planning questions from our Facebook community that are more complex than they might appear at first.  If you love what we share in our podcast, just wait until you see what we can do for your trip! Complete custom itinerary + travel plan One-on-one travel planning consult with Cate Itinerary review by Cate DIY Germany travel plannerGermany train travel made easy Our recommended tours, guides, and more 15 things we take on every Germany tripOur hotel recommendationsLoving the podcast? Help us bring you more episodes! 1. Please leave a 5-star rating and review. It helps make our podcast visible to more travelers. 2. Buy us a coffee or 2. That helps support production costs.   Thank you for listening!

    28 min

  6. May 22

    Ep 50 | How to Plan a Lisbon Stopover: Julie's Tips & Picks [Stopover Series]

    If you're flying to or from Germany and you've ever thought about stopping elsewhere in Europe, Portugal might be exactly the detour you've been looking for. It's stunning, the food is outrageously good, and it couldn't feel more different from Germany!  I recently sat down with Julie Dawn Fox, a Portugal destination expert with nearly two decades experience living there. In this episode, Julie shares her best advice for best stopover destinations, where to stay, what to eat, what to see -- and what to skip.  If you love what we share in our podcast, just wait until you see what we can do for your trip! Complete custom itinerary + travel plan One-on-one travel planning consult with Cate Itinerary review by Cate DIY Germany travel plannerGermany train travel made easy Our recommended tours, guides, and more 15 things we take on every Germany tripOur hotel recommendationsLoving the podcast? Help us bring you more episodes! 1. Please leave a 5-star rating and review. It helps make our podcast visible to more travelers. 2. Buy us a coffee or 2. That helps support production costs.   Thank you for listening!

    30 min

  7. Apr 30

    Ep 49 | Our FlixBus Experiences and Review

    Are you thinking about taking FlixBus on your trip to Germany? We've taken FlixBus several times in Germany, Hungary, Serbia, Slovenia (and a tiny bit of Italy), so in this episode  I share our experiences to help you decide if it's a good option for your trip.  If you'd like to explore taking the train in Germany, listen to Ep 23 here next! For show notes, photos, links, and helpful trip planning resources, visit > https://www.mygermanyvacation.com/our-flixbus-experiences-and-review/ If you love what we share in our podcast, just wait until you see what we can do for your trip! Complete custom itinerary + travel plan One-on-one travel planning consult with Cate Itinerary review by Cate DIY Germany travel plannerGermany train travel made easy Our recommended tours, guides, and more 15 things we take on every Germany tripOur hotel recommendationsLoving the podcast? Help us bring you more episodes! 1. Please leave a 5-star rating and review. It helps make our podcast visible to more travelers. 2. Buy us a coffee or 2. That helps support production costs.   Thank you for listening!

    27 min

  8. Apr 16

    Ep 48 | How to Make the Most of a 1-week Bavarian Christmas Market Getaway [Trip Report]

    How do you maximize 1 week in Bavaria during the magical Christmas market season? In this trip report episode, Kori shares what made her and her husband's first-ever Germany trip so special and memorable. We talk about the Christmas markets, food, accommodations, and the moments Kori enjoyed the most. If you've been dreaming about traveling Germany at Christmas, you definitely want to listen to this one!  Topics covered: Why Kori and her husband chose Germany for a first-ever Europe tripRenting a car vs. taking the train  Favorite Christmas market moments from Nuremberg, Rothenburg, and InnsbruckThe standout accommodations: a castle hotel, a charming Rothenburg inn, a resort with castle and mountain views, and a convenient Munich hotel Food highlights including Christmas market favorites and an unforgettable hole-in-the-wall spot in Munich Tips for making the most of a 1-week Germany Christmas market tripWhat made planning their Christmas market adventure easy For show notes, photos, links, and helpful trip planning resources, visit > https://www.mygermanyvacation.com/podcast-episode-48 If you love what we share in our podcast, just wait until you see what we can do for your trip! Complete custom itinerary + travel plan One-on-one travel planning consult with Cate Itinerary review by Cate DIY Germany travel plannerGermany train travel made easy Our recommended tours, guides, and more 15 things we take on every Germany tripOur hotel recommendationsLoving the podcast? Help us bring you more episodes! 1. Please leave a 5-star rating and review. It helps make our podcast visible to more travelers. 2. Buy us a coffee or 2. That helps support production costs.   Thank you for listening!

    32 min
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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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  • Creator
    Cate from MyGermanyVacation.com
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    58
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 My Germany Vacation & Small Planet Studio, LLC
  • Show Website
    Germany Travel Planning with Cate

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