Travelog for: Munchy Moose

Hi Mom,

Today we went to the Old Town of Munich. First stop was to Marienplatz where the square is named after the patron saint of te city (the Virgin Mary). The little gold statue there is of her. You can also see he New City Hall and on it's facade you can also see the Glockenspiel, a mechanical clock that performs a miniature tournament. We tried tp go see it but we went at the wrong time.


Here's me with a street sign that says Marienplatz.


After browsing in some shops, we sat down and took a break. It was kind of slippery walking to the beach but we had no problems.


After our break, we continued walking until we ended up at Max-Joseph-Platz, which the square and the statue behind was built in honour of Bavaria's first king, Maximillion I Joseph.


Behind the statue is the Nationaltheater, home of the Bavarian State Opera and the Bavarian National Ballet


Next we went to the Residenz or the Royal Palace which was the home of all the Dukes, Electors and Kings of Bavarias during their reigns.


The other side of the entrance.


The entrance to the inside of the palace.
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After about 3 hours walking around the palace, we sat on a bench outside to catch our breath. It's hard for us TVs to walk around for 3 hours straight with little legs like ours but we had fun.


After our mini-break, we walked up north towards Odenplatz. On our way there, we noticed this cafe called Nespresso with an ad with George Clooney in it. We were all surprised because we didn't think that we would see George Clooney on an ad in Germany but we thought it was cool.


Finally we reached Odenplatz, First we saw the Theatinerkirche or the Church of St. Kajetan. The church contains the tombs od many of the Bavarian royals.


Next we saw the Feldherrnhalle a tribute commissioned by King Ludwig I to the Bavarian Army. This also where Hilter's Beer Hall putsch failed.


Later we tried to go see a movie but when we arrived we were either way to early or way to late. We also tried to find this sushi restaurant but apparently it doesn't exist anymore so we ended up at McDonald's.

Hi Mom,

Today we went back to the Old Town to go to the Hard Rock Cafe to have lunch.


While waiting for our meal, we had some nice cold beer.


After we browse though some souvenir shops and just walked around. Then we sat and relaxed at cafe, drinking some Orange Fanta.


Then we started to read a book about Agatha Christie. We were so comfortable that we stay for the rest of the afternoon and evening.


Tomorrow we're taking a train to Berlin, the capital of Germany. So we're going to bed early to check the train tomorrow.

Hi Mom,

Today we are leaving the beautiful city Munich to go to Berlin in the north end of the country. I tried to call you from outside the train station but I didn't know your number and my host mentioned that you might of been sleeping because of the time difference.


This is the platform the train came on.


While we wait for the train, my host brought some snacks that we could eat and take on the train with us.


Finally the train arrives and we're on our way. It was an uneventful ride and we TVs fell asleep and didn't wake up until we got to the hostel.


Wonder what our first day in Berlin has in store?

Hi Mom,

Today we explored a bit of Berlin. First off we went to Alexanderplatz. We browsed through some shops and my host got some clothes for a couple of her siblings for their birthdays. Then we walked to the S-bahn station to go to another part of the city.



We took the S-Bahn to Unter Den Linden to go see the Brandenburg Gate. It is the only remaining gate of a series through which you formerly entered Berlin.


Here's a view of Unter Den Linden which is a boulevard with posh cafes, hotels, etc. Though it has other stuff as well. You can also see the Radio Tower in the background.


We headed back on Unter Den Linden and stopped at a cafe to get something to eat. We tried some currywurst, a German delicacy. It's basically a sausage smothered in a curry sauce made out of Ketchup and curry powder. It also came with fries at the side. It was delicious.


After our delicious meal, we headed off to Berlin Central Station for a change of scenery. We relaxed and had a coffee at a cafe inside the station for a while. Eventually we got sleepy so we left and went back to the hostel.

Hi Mom,

Today we started off our day with KFC. The fries were ok but the Chicken Caesar Wrap was awesome. Everything was fresh and there was even big pieces of croutons. Yum!
 

We went to the East Side Gallery which is an outdoor museum that showcases the last remaining part of the Berlin Wall.


The Berlin Wall today has been painted by various painters. Is is one part of the wall.


Later we went back to Unter Den Linden to go to this cafe called Einstein.


Inside, we had a caffe latte in a glass and some cheesecake. The latte was good but the cheesecake not so much.


Later we headed south to Potsdamer Platz to watch a movie. The theatre is located in the Sony Centre.


Since we were a little early, we decided to get something to eat. We ended up eating at an Australian restaurant.


After dinner we went to go see Sherlock Holmes. It was interesting to note that movie theatres here have assigned seating which surprised me but we enjoyed the movie anyhow.

Hi Mom,

We didn't do to much today. We rode the S-Bahn to check out the rest of the city. Here we are sitting on the train.


After we went to Burger King for dinner, not so bad.


I'm a little sad because tomorrow is our last day but we're going to have fun anyways.

Hi Mom,

Today's our last day in Germany. First we went to the Hard Rock Cafe for some lunch.


This was fun. We were planning to go to this flea market after lunch but we found this in the station so we played here instead. You do have to pay by it was fun playing with the train and stuff.


On the way back to the hostel we noticed this ad for KFC, kind of funny.


I had fun in Germany but tomorrow we're going back to Canada. Hopefully I can come back here someday.

Hi Mom,

We're at the airport now, waiting for our flight. This time around we're flying through London to get back Canada. My next update will be on the other side of the pond.

Hi Mom,

Today, my host showed us a package she picked up from the post office.


We tried to open the package it proved to be to much, so my host helped us out. Now we're opening the box...


...and found a TV inside...a Moose TV. His name is Marty the Moose and he's from England.


He showed us a card and a postcard his Mom sent with him.


As well as the keychain.


I also helped him complete a life mission which was to meet another Moose TV. I'm glad I helped him out  !

Hi Mom,

Today we're going on anotheer trip. My host won't say where but she says that it's not to far and we'll only be there for a weekend. So our bags are pack and we're hitting the road...



...to the airport. Here we are waiting for our flight. We're a little tried right now because our gate changed so we had to walk from one end of the terminal to another.

And guess where we are mom? We're in Toronto right now...well the airport. When I asked if we're going to see any sites, my host said no because she's here to visit some family that lived in near Mississauga. We're waiting to be picked up by my host's Aunt and Uncle and then we're going to dinner.

Hi Mom,

Today we hung out with my host's sister's toys. We told them about Toyvoyagers and talked about traveling in general. One of them, (I think his name was Vines), expressed interest in becoming one. He said he will talk with his Mom and see if she will allow him to.

Hi Mom,

My host told me that I'm going to Australia next. So I'm going to leave tomorrow with Cpl.Flapjack Jr who's going to Austria. So today we decided to go to the movies.


We decided to go see Alice in Wonderland in IMAX 3D. It was a really good movie.


After the movie we went to a Mexican restaurant called Carlos and Pepes for the "Bon Voyage" party.


We had "super" cheese nachos with guacamole and a Banana Daiquiri.


Later we hung out at Starbucks and had a Vanilla Latte. We just relaxed and talked about tomorrow and about traveling.


When we got back we continued the party with some Sangria. Don't worry Mom, I didn't drink to much.

Hi Mom,

I'm a little sad to leave today because I made some awesome friends and had a great time here but I'm super excited to go Australia. I'm not the only one leaving though, Cpl.Flapjack Jr is also leaving today but he's going to Austria.


So now it's time to say our goodbyes and got into a group hug.


Me and Cpl.Flapjack climbed into our envelopes while Marty the Moose and PollyWally waved goodbye


Well, this is it. Next time you'll see me I'll be in Australia. Goodbye Canada, hope to see you again someday.

Hi Mum

I arrived at my new host's place on Easter Tuesday. We had heaps of fun! I met anothe TV called Rafiki, he's just about to start his first adventure.

I got to feed the goldfish, there's even a snail in the tank!

Later we went for a walk to Cornelian bay, we passed the New Town Hockey Courts and I saw a truck with a pretty rad picture painted on the back of it.

I got pretty puffed, so I had a rest on a park bench, then we walked up a track were you get a pretty awesome view of the boatsheds and boats. We could also see Mount Wellington, it was a bit cloudy though, and the Tasman Bridge that crosses the Derwent River.

I had an awesome day, will write again soon