Why waste a travel day going from Salzburg to Munich by taking a train? My wife and I instead made the trip with MCM Tours, and the drive was one of the highlights of our vacation. My wife and I were originally hesitant to visit the Eagle's Nest given its construction and association with the Nazis, but our guide and driver overcame our reticence and handled the difficult history with grace. Walking down the long tunnel to take the elevator up to the top of the mountain was a truly singular experience, and, needless to say, the views of the Alps at the top were incredible. Afterward, the guide and driver took us to a lunch place with views of charming German chalets nestled into the sides of the Alps. So not only did we travel to our next hotel, my wife and I got to experience the Austrian and German countryside up close, learn more about its history and culture, and meet two wonderful people who live in the area along the way. What better way to go from one city to the next when there is so much to see and experience along the way?

















