u/VictoriaLasagna

I 27F have just finished a few nights in Amsterdam before returning home, and I can’t help but feel underwhelmed and just “meh” when it comes to visiting cities, especially capitals. I think I am growing and changing my priorities. A lot of cities have an atmosphere of indulgence, consumerism, hedonism, etc. Do your thing! But I think I have moved on.

I am thinking of pivoting to travel focused on small cities/towns, nature, non-strenuous hikes, swimming (quiet beaches, lakes, swimming holes), and maybe camping. I’m not an experienced outdoorsy person, so maybe I’d join groups for these activities vs doing solo. Please share any resources or reccs if you have them!

I have realized a lot of my favorite travel memories include leaving the city. For example, Howth cliff walk in Ireland, San Juan de Gaztelugatxe in País Basco, and a Scottish highlands tour.

Cities I’ve really loved: Edinburgh, Madrid, Prague, Bilbao, Munich

Cities I felt meh: Vienna, Amsterdam, Manchester.

Basically I’d just love some insight on how to switch up my travel style, any particular suggestions or fond memories you have. Trying to embrace the overly stimulated nature of myself. Thanks!

Hi all, I’d like to obtain citizenship through descent in order to live in the EU.

My background:
•US citizen
•German citizen mother; alive
•Mother is US greencard holder, never naturalized
•US citizen father; military service
•Born in wedlock, parents still together

I’m interested in applying through Washington DC consulates. What documents are needed?

Of course:
•Passport application (but where do I find this?)
•Her birth certificate
•Her German passport (albeit expired?)
•Her US greencard?
•Their marriage certificate
•My birth certificate and US passport
•FBI background check?
•Everything Apostille & Notarized?
•Sworn translations?

What am I missing…? Admittedly I’m lacking deeper research. I’ve gone through long term visa processes last year so not a stranger to bureaucracy (also currently living in Spain, a bureaucratic nightmare) but of course these processes are always such a burden.

I am hoping this is straight forward given the direct descent. I am hoping the process is not long. I will begin when I return to the states in August, when my Spanish visa expires. Any insight is helpful. Danke!