Kathryn & Michael

Called one of the most significant art museums in the world, this facility houses artworks from some of the worlds most reknown talents. Yes, its true we'll be going to plenty of art galleries, but come on, tell me that doesn't sound awesome!

A former artists colony turned into the first concentration camp used by Nazis. Between 1933 and 1945 the camp imprisoned more than 206,000 people.

German museum of technological wonders and scientific masterpieces. In a country that is known all over the world for their precision, lack of humor, and machining skills, this is a must see. It doesn't hurt that there will be plenty of buttons to push, levers to pull, and alarms to pretend we didn't set off.

The legendary site where Anne Frank evaded Nazi capture for over two years.

Hey, if we can climb something, we are damn well going to climb it.

If we never return from this, you can blame the Opus Dei people. I may have said too much...

Over 200 paintings by my main man, Vincent. He may not have had an ear, but he sure had an eye for art.

Of all the things Germany is famous for, from castles, to high quality cars, and of course sausages. The most outstanding product by far is beer. We'll enjoy a pint or two on you. Cheers!

Okay, tell me this isn't the greatest thing in the world! Among the beer selection is the "strongest brew in the world!" The EKU Doppelbock Kulminator is a 22 proof wonder of creation. This is just the kind of small dark hole-in-the-wall kind of place that we love!

You couldn't possibly go to Germany without visiting brew houses. We'll be able to clash together large metallic flagons of brews while singing boisterously to German bar songs.

The largest gothic cathedral in all of Germany was constructed in 1248. Among its various wonders, the Kolner Dom houses shrine of the three magi.

Built in the 1640's by Jacob van Campen, "the Dutch Thomas Jefferson," was called the 8th wonder of the world. How could we pass that up? We can't. Thats how.

Among various other artists, the museum houses over 700 works by Picasso. Because we're only human, we couldn't possibly see all of them, but we're counting on seeing 684 of them.

We'll be visiting such wonders such as Mini-Europe, Belgium brewers museum, and Musee Rene Magritte.

Okay, we know this might seem strange, but how could we possibly pass up going to an AMERICAN country western bar filled with Germans?! Its the very definition of madness!

The museum likes to brag about how its paintings are from the golden age of the Dutch masters... we'll investigate and give them our decision later.

Stop laughing. The palace has over 40 rooms housing art pieces by German Renaissance artists.

Heralded as one of the greatest castles ever built in human history and the crowning achievement of Ludwig the Mad. Ludwig only actually housed himself for 6 months as just his room took 4.5 years to complete. This man knows how to live in style and luxury.

The country house of the Wittelsbachs built in 1664 (and took over 100 years to build) includes a canal, park, a series of pavilions, and perhaps even their own international airport.

A self-guided tour of Heineken's old Amsterdam brewery. As Michael is an alcohol use and misuse researcher, how could we NOT go to this?

Checking out a tomb filled with death as we begin our life together... its the circle of life completed.

May 29-30. Just walking into a hotel room in Brussels? BOOM! Suddenly you're in Japan. Time warp? Who can say? ... probably not... probably just a hotel room decorated in Japanese style.

May 31-June 3. Chilling on the Jordaan old school style.

May 28. Before heading onto Brussels, we'll be commencing the honeymoon with a night in the 9th arrondissement of Paris.

What us? Oh, we're just going back to our apartment in the heart of Montemartre overlooking Paris, thats all.

We're going all Bourne Identity here... Katie wants to unravel her past.

What better way to enhance our fine dining experience than with our chosen bottle of exceptional wine.Cheers!

We'll enjoy an evening by the sparkling Spui, located in the heart of Amsterdam, filled with vibrant entertainment, great restaurants, and a romantic atmosphere.

Germans are offended if you don't drink their local brews, because of this, we need lots of food to ensure we don't get hammered.

I'm sure we can find a vegetarian place somewhere in this city, right?

We look forward to this honeymoon evening of live entertainment, refined cuisine, and outstanding service in a truly unique setting. Soaking up the sights and relaxing in an intimate atmosphere as the talented musicians perform classic songs inspired by the unforgettable backdrop of Paris. How Romantic!

It may feel like 50 hours, but its really only 15 hours of round-trip travel between Washington DC and Paris. If you provide for an hour of flight, we'll toast you on the hour you provide.

What? You prefer we hitch-hike? That's dangerous you know...

Its a big park... one of the most spectacular parks in Europe... so they say.