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. Aug 27

    Ep 56 | The Meals That Made Kori's Bavaria Christmas Market Road Trip Unforgettable

    If you want the food on your Germany trip to be as memorable as the sights, this episode is for you. I'm thrilled to have Kori Knappe, one of our awesome Complete Custom Itinerary clients, back on the show to talk about her favorite food experiences from her 1 week Christmas market road trip through Bavaria.  Listen in to hear about Kori's favorites so you can add them to your own itinerary:  The Nuremberg sausage restaurant that's been grilling since the 1300sChristmas market food and drink beyond GlühweinThe King Ludwig inspired 4-course dinner near Neuschwanstein Castle What a Michelin star tasting menu in Munich is really likeWhy the smallest and simplest place Kori ate at might have been the bestThen listen to Kori's trip report episode here!  For show notes, photos, links, and helpful trip planning resources, visit > https://www.mygermanyvacation.com/the-meals-that-made-koris-bavaria-christmas-market-road-trip-unforgettable/ 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!

  2. Aug 13

    55 | 4 Countries. 3 Weeks. 2 Teens: Planning & Enjoying an Epic Family Road Trip

    If you're thinking about a road trip through Germany and neighboring countries, this episode is for you. In this trip report episode, I talk with Angela, about her 3 week roadtrip through Slovenia, Austria, Germany, and Switzerland.  Listen in to hear what renting a car and driving across four countries was like, the day in Bavaria her twin teenage boys still talk about, Angela's tips for planning and enjoying an epic vacation with teens, and more.  For show notes, photos, links, and helpful trip planning resources, visit > https://www.mygermanyvacation.com/3-weeks-4-countries-2-teens-planning-enjoying-an-epic-family-road-trip/  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!

  3. Jul 30

    Ep 54 | 5 Travel Mishaps I've Had in Germany and Europe (and What Each One Taught Me)

    If you're feeling nervous about something going sideways on your Germany trip, this episode is for you. Travel mishaps happen to the best of us.  That's why today I'm sharing 5 mishaps of my own from traveling around Germany and other parts of Europe, as well as what I learned from each one and what they taught me about handling the unexpected.  None of these mishaps were much fun in the moment, but they're all stories Aaron and I still laugh about today! I hope my mishaps give you a good chuckle....but more than that, I hope you come away feeling more confident about handling whatever your trip brings.  Be sure to listen to the end for my tips for feeling less nervous and more confident about traveling to Germany! For show notes, photos, links, and helpful trip planning resources, visit > https://www.mygermanyvacation.com/5-travel-mishaps-ive-had-in-germany-and-europe-and-what-each-one-taught-me/ 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!

  4. Jul 17

    Ep 53 | What You Need to Know to Use Your Phone in Europe with Michelle Chang

    Does getting your phone set up to use in Germany sound intimidating? In this episode I talk with Michelle Chang from the DIY Trip Summit and Intentional Travelers about what you need to know about using your phone in Europe so you can spend less time stressing about connectivity and more time actually enjoying your trip. 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!

  5. Jul 2

    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!

  6. Jul 2

    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!

  7. Jul 2

    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!

  8. 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!  For show notes, photos, links, and helpful trip planning resources, visit > https://www.mygermanyvacation.com/how-to-pull-off-a-multi-generational-germany-trip/ 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!

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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
    62
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 My Germany Vacation & Small Planet Studio, LLC
  • Show Website
    Germany Travel Planning with Cate

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