Tag: christmas
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Strasbourg, France + Cathédrale Notre-Dame-de-Strasbourg on Christmas Day
Hey, it’s Wes and Chanda, and welcome to a special Christmas Day edition of DinkLife! We find ourselves in the charming city of Strasbourg, France. Despite initially thinking everything would be closed, we’ve discovered that quite a few restaurants and touristy stores are open for the holiday. Right behind us stands the Notre-Dame Cathedral, not…
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Our First German Christmas Market Ever! – Düsseldorf, Germany
Wes and Chanda, the adventurous pair behind “DinkLife,” embark on their German Christmas market exploration in Düsseldorf. Despite the travel fatigue from a recent transatlantic journey, the duo dives headfirst into the festive spirit, wandering through charming streets illuminated by twinkling lights. The Christmas market, with its enchanting decorations and the aroma of mulled wine,…
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Visit Europa-Park in Rust, Germany, for the Holidays
Hey, it’s Wes and Chanda, and welcome to DinkLife! We’ve made it to Rust, Germany, and we’re currently at Europa Park on the day after Christmas, armed with a two-day pass. Join us as we explore the park over the next couple of days. We fell in love with Europa Park during our visit in…
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Our First Visit to Phantasialand!
Hey, it’s Wes and Chanda, and welcome to DinkLife! We find ourselves in Brühl Germany this morning, more specifically at Phantasialand. This amusement park is new to us, but we’ve seen a few vlogs about it. The entrance fee is €54 per person, with an additional €7 for parking, which we find reasonable. We started…
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Ready for a Festive Adventure? Experience the Magic of Cologne, Germany’s Christmas Market in 2023!
Hey, it’s West and Chanda, and welcome to DinkLife! We’re currently in Germany, exploring the magical city of Cologne and its enchanting Christmas markets. With pockets of markets spread around the city, we’ve set out to experience as many as we can in the limited time we have. Led by the dazzling lights, our first…
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Christmas Eve at Strasbourg, France Christmas Markets
Hey, it’s Wes, and Chanda, and welcome to our festive adventure in Strasbourg, France! Christmas Eve has wrapped the city in a magical embrace, and we’re strolling through the centuries-old Christmas market, eager to share the enchantment with you. The air is filled with the sweet symphony of Christmas tunes, and every corner is illuminated…
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Deck the Hall at Stan Hywet 2023
Hey, it’s Wes and Chanda, and welcome to DinkLife! We find ourselves in Akron, Ohio, at Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens. For those unfamiliar with the area or Stan Hywet, it’s the historic home of the F. A. Seiberling family, founder of the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company. The mansion has been turned into a…
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Akron Zoo Wild Lights
Hey, it’s Wes and Chanda, and we’re back at the Akron Zoo, this time for the festive Wild Lights event. It’s a Christmas-themed spectacle where the entire zoo is adorned with twinkling lights, creating a magical atmosphere. This is our first time experiencing Wild Lights, and the anticipation is high. With our zoo membership, we…
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The Crazy Thanksgiving Crowds at Gatlinburg, Tennessee 2023
Hey, it’s Wes and Chanda, and welcome to DinkLife! Currently in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, we’re strolling through the vibrant downtown area. Gatlinburg is essentially a single street packed with shops, restaurants, and plenty of touristy attractions, spanning about a mile. What we love most about this place are the cideries, wineries, and moonshine spots where you…
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2023 WinterFest – Kings Island
Hey there, it’s Wes and Chanda, and welcome back to DinkLife! We found ourselves back at Kings Island for the third time this year, and this time, it’s all about Winter Fest. We experienced it last year, but the weather didn’t cooperate, so we’re crossing our fingers for clear skies tonight. The WinterFest admission is…
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