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Polaroid of the Week: Scenic Country Roads Across Germany

Polaroid of the Week: Scenic Country Roads Across Germany
As we wrap up our two-month adventure in Germany, time has flown by. This Saturday, we're flying back to New York City for a long weekend before heading to Tucson, Arizona, to housesit for one of our favorite families—our third time with them.

The past week was a whirlwind drive along Germany's picturesque country roads. We housesat in Leipzig for Dani’s brother, visited friends in Munich and Fürstenfeldbruck (including a BR2 radio interview), and now we're in Erfurt, Dani’s hometown, saying goodbye to family and friends. Reconnecting after over two years, meeting new friends in Berlin, and exploring fresh spots felt truly rewarding.

Time to hit the road again, Germany—but we'll be back soon!


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