Julie

Ray,<BR>We actually tried to go to Germany and Austria during the "not tourist" times so we could enjoy the cities as they should be enjoyed. Although I would love to take part in Oktoberfest like any other "beer drinking mammal", we wanted to experience the feel of the "feel" without 100,000 others. We really appreciate the feedback that you have given. It is very well noted and we take everything we hear to vacation with us. We are looking forward to the experience and will let everyone know how it goes!

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PJ

Munich take a train down to Neuschwanstein castle day trip. Nuremberg is a nice little town also lived there 6 mths. Salzburg is a lovely town with Mozarts birthplace, opera, shopping great food.<BR>Haven't been to Switerland yet, next trip.

Julie

Thank you to everyone that replied. Our trip starts in 5 days and if we aren't ready now, we never will be. I appreciate all of the responses. You have all been great and fodors has been a great tool for planning our trip.<BR><BR>Thanks again,<BR>The Lavins

Anne

Julie, enjoy your trip! Please let us know how everything was when you get back!<BR><BR>Anne