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Patrick McGill

Jamestown, NC

Europe and United Kingdom Travel Specialist

Welcome! I'm Patrick McGill, your dedicated travel expert specializing in custom-crafted journeys across Europe and the United Kingdom. My unwavering passion for exploration and deep appreciation for the rich and diverse cultures of these magnific...

Welcome! I'm Patrick McGill, your dedicated travel expert specializing in custom-crafted journeys across Europe and the United Kingdom. My unwavering passion for exploration and deep appreciation for the rich and diverse cultures of these magnificent destinations ensure that your travel dreams become reality.

A Unique Perspective on European Travel:

Traveling to Europe is not merely about "getting away"— it's about "getting in touch" with the world and the people around us. Connecting with different cultures helps us better understand ourselves and enriches our lives. This is the true essence of European travel: making meaningful connections that leave a lasting impact.

A Lifelong Journey of Exploration:

My love for travel began with a three-year military assignment in Germany. This journey continued throughout a dynamic career in international business, allowing me to live, work, and travel extensively across Europe and the United Kingdom. Over the years, I've come to know and love these places deeply.

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Whether you're dreaming of the picturesque streets of Paris, the ancient wonders of Rome, or the mystical landscapes of the Scottish Highlands, I've been there and experienced it all. Each destination has deepened my understanding and my passion for these magical places.

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We all have our reasons for making our way to Europe. Maybe it is art and architecture, or maybe it is history, heritage, or faith. Or maybe it is even to embrace the culture, landscape, and lifestyle of Europe. Whatever your reason may be, I will work with you to have the experience you seek.

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With Patrick McGill Travel, the focus is on creating seamless, stress-free experiences that are truly memorable. It’s not just about the journey; it's about the incredible value these enriching experiences bring to your life. Whether your passion is art, history, cuisine, ancestry, or simply soaking in the charm of historic towns and beautiful landscapes, I’m here to help. My in-depth knowledge of Europe’s vibrant culture, art, architecture, and cuisine ensures that every itinerary aligns with your unique desires and preferences.

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I believe that what you want to experience will have a large impact on how you travel. So whether your travel plans include a river cruise, ocean cruise, escorted tour, or a custom independent travel, I will create the itinerary that best meets your needs and desires. 

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My goal is to help you make meaningful connections and ensure your European adventure is everything you've imagined and more. Let’s create priceless memories and enrich your life through extraordinary travel experiences.

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Marienplatz, Munich

This post will be a bit different, because this isn't part of a trip that I took. Instead, it is a collection of my time living in Germany and later working there. And as a result, some of the pictures in the album associated with this post are not mine, but they do represent places I have personally visited in Germany.

I'll start with one of my favorite cities in the world: Munich. After World War II, the cities of Germany went in different directions - they either restored or modernized. For example, Frankfurt modernized. Munich restored. Munich is also a convenient place to start, because it is easy to get there, and convenient to other locations. You can reach Munich directly from several major international airports in the US, including Atlanta, Charlotte, and Washington-Dulles. From Munich, you can very easily visit Salzburg, Austria, Neuschwanstein Castle, Dachau, Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Berchtesgaden, and Switzerland by car or train. 

Munich is a very easy city to visit. Like most German cities, Munich has a large pedestrian zone, where vehicular traffic is extremely restricted. Included in this area is the Marienplatz - the large central square bordered by the "old" and "new" city government buildings. From this location, you can also visit the Deutsche Museum and the English Gardens. The Olympic Village is just a short subway ride away, as is also the grounds where Oktoberfest is held each year. 

A little farther north, about 3 hours by car, is Rothenburg ob der Tauber. This is one of the oldest walled cities in Germany, and gives a very vivid picture of life in Germany in the 1500 - 1700's. We lived about 40 minutes away from Rothenburg, and would go there for an afternoon. 

The next stop in your travels here is Heidelberg. It is located along the Neckar River is a popular stop for River Cruises on the Rhine. Heidelberg has the oldest University in Germany, and the Heidelberg Castle ruins. 

Moving again north, into the Nordrhein-Westphalen region are Cologne and Duesseldorf. The main attraction in Cologne is the Cathedral. At one time in history it was the largest structure in the world. The cathedral is an engineering marvel, in that construction was started in the 1200's, and construction took over 300 years. It predates the discorvery of North America and the creation of Protestant Christianity. To see that this structure was made with medieval technology is amazing. The cathedral is so large that Allied bombers would use it as a landmark on their missions into Germany. Also located in Cologne is a Roman museum, showcasing some of the Roman artifacts found in Cologne. 

Just north of Cologne is Duesseldorf. The "Altstadt" (Old City) part of this city is a great way to spend the day. It is full of restaurants, and nicknamed "The Longest Bar in the World". Duesseldorf is also known s the fashion capital of Germany. Along the KönigsAllee (King's Street), you can find shops like Versace, Burberry, Prada and Gucci. There are several very nice hotels in Duesseldorf as well. And, from Duesseldorf, Amsterdam is a very convenient drive.

Other places to visit in Germany include Berlin, Baden-Baden, Strasbourg, Frankfurt and Hamburg.