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Germany - An aerial view over the prefabricated housing estates in Berlin Marzahn (DW/R. Engels)

Go east! A trip to Berlin's district of Marzahn

Marzahn is considered a lost cause as far as tourism is concerned: ugly and barren. The district is known for prefabricated buildings, unemployment and a lack of prospects. This made DW reporter Rosalie Engels curious.

IntoVR Schlittenhunde in Grönland (IntoVR/Maria Menzel)

Greenland in 360 degrees

Ice peaks rise out of the water, snow-white, never-ending landscapes wherever you look. Experience Greenland in 360 degrees — without freezing.

Ausstellung Berlin | Mehr als Worte. 150 Jahre Postkartengrüße (Museum für Kommunikation Berlin)

How the postcard became a hit 150 years ago

A new exhibition at Berlin's Museum for Communication celebrates the 150-year history of postcards. Here's how Germans enthusiastically adopted the medium to share important news — and the latest gossip.

Train from Miniatur Wunderland in Hamburg ( Minitaur Wunderland Hamburg)

So small and yet so grand

Miniatur Wunderland in Hamburg is one of Germany's most popular tourist attractions. As the longest model railway in the world, it has now achieved not just one, but two Guinness records. Let's take a closer look.

Surfer mid-air coming off a wave in Spain (picture-alliance/dpa/C. Moya)

The best surfing spots in Europe

Waves for every level of ability and beaches, Europe instead of Hawaii: These European spots are popular with surfers.

Waterfront main road with city-scape in the background - Montevideo (DW/S. Sanderson)

Is Montevideo South America's best-kept secret?

When it comes to travel in Latin America, Uruguay is often overlooked among international visitors. But with a rich culture and youthful vibe, its capital Montevideo might just be one of the most exciting destinations.

Seebrücke in Ahlbeck, Deutschland (picture-alliance/imagebroker)

Seaside piers in Europe

They are promenades over the sea. The beautiful installations are a symbol of carefree holidays by the water. Here are some of the most beautiful piers in Europe.

TV Travel Magazine Check-in

Usedom – A Summer Holiday Favorite

Our host explores the bustling coastline and quiet interior of the Baltic Sea island of Usedom. Along the way, she visits its three Imperial Spas, the Polish city Świnoujście and Peenemünde's Historical Technical Museum.

In the footsteps of Theodor Fontane

It's the 200th anniversary of travel writer and novelist Theodor Fontane's birth. To mark the occasion, Check-in presenter Lukas Stege rambles from Fontane's hometown, Neuruppin, to Rheinsberg Palace and Lake Stechlin.

Bildergalerie Wattenmeer Alpenstrandläufer (H.-U. Rösner / WWF)

Fascinating Wadden Sea

The Wadden Sea is home to 10,000 different species of plants and animals, and ten million migratory birds every year. Join us as we explore this incredibly diverse ecosystem.

Nicole Frölich

Presenter

Lukas Stege

Presenter

Tourist vor dem Panorama der Lagune von Venedig (Privat)

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Whether untouched nature, an ancient cultural site or a modern metropolis - show us your perspective on the most beautiful travel destinations worldwide and win a DW backpack and beach towel for your next trip!

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Film still 'Berlin's Treasure Trove' (Copyright: Salzgeber & Co. Medien GmbH)

Berlin's Treasure Trove 21.06.2019

The Prussian Cultural Heritage Foundation runs Berlin museums - and one of the world's largest collection of exhibits.

Barbara Saltman stands outside her restaurant Ya-Man in Berlin (Lena Ganssmann)

Discover Planet Berlin

People from 190 countries live in Berlin, bringing with them pieces of their homelands. DW presents a must-do travel guide to Berlin from its international inhabitants, who have made the city their own — and unique.