The Lambertimarkt in Oldenburg is one of the most famous and largest Christmas markets in Northwest Germany and attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors every year. Market Overview Historical Setting: It takes place in the heart of Oldenburg's city center, around the Old Town Hall, St. Lamberti Church, and the historic Oldenburg Castle. This magnificent setting creates a particularly festive atmosphere. Size: Traditionally, around 110 to 125 lovingly decorated wooden huts offer handcrafted goods, regional specialties, and, of course, classic Christmas market treats such as mulled wine, roasted almonds, and punch.

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General Information and Location Dat Otto Huus is a museum dedicated to the famous German comedian Otto Waalkes, who is a native of Emden. It was founded in 1987 by Otto Waalkes himself and is centrally located in the old town of Emden, right by the Delft (a port/canal) and at the beginning of the pedestrian zone. The museum is housed in a historic, listed brick building that originally served as a residential house or former pharmacy and has been lovingly restored. An unmistakable feature of the building is a large Ottifant (Otto's elephant character) that breaks through the facade of the house. The Museum and the Exhibition Dat Otto Huus extends over several floors (a total of two exhibition floors as well as the ground floor and attic) and offers a mix of a humorous museum, a memorial, and an interactive experience center. Ground Floor (Otto-Shop): This is where the Otto-Shop is located, where visitors can buy plush Ottifants, T-shirts, mugs, notebooks, and other fan merchandise. With a bit of luck, the comedian himself is said to sometimes be at the checkout. First Floor: This floor is dedicated to the career and life of Otto Waalkes. Exhibits such as photos, memorabilia, and awards from his career are displayed here. Second Floor (Attic): A small cinema room (freshly restored) with creaking folding seats is located here. Film sequences of his stage shows and excerpts from his movies, such as "Otto – The Film" or "Seven Dwarfs – Men Alone in the Wood," are shown continuously. Exhibits: The exhibits include props from his films, costumes, drawings (Otto is also a painter), and of course, the iconic Ottifants are present in numerous versions and installations throughout the museum. Special Feature: It is described as a museum where you can laugh. A well-known, although sometimes perceived as annoying, exhibit on the upper floor is a vomiting Ottifant that loudly simulates a stream of vomit at the push of a button. The museum makes the special mentality and humor of East Frisia accessible to a broad audience. Further Details Holiday Apartment: On the third floor (above the museum), there is a holiday apartment for up to four people, from which you have a view of the town hall and the Delft and where you can also discover Ottifants. Otto Traffic Light: Right in front of Dat Otto Huus is the so-called Otto Traffic Light, another charming element in the townscape. Accessibility: Dat Otto Huus is barrier-free and has an elevator that serves all floors, as well as wheelchair-accessible sanitary facilities. Address: Große Straße 1, 26721 Emden. Opening Hours and Prices (Examples for 2025) Opening Hours (High Season, e.g., March 31 to December 31): Monday – Friday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM Saturday: 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM Additionally on Sundays and public holidays (from March 31 to October 31): 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Note: The museum may be closed during the winter season (e.g., January to March). Admission Prices: Adults: €4.00 Children: €2.00 Groups (10 people or more): €3.00 per person Dogs must remain outside.

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The picturesque island of Madeira is a must visit location. The island offers palaces, botanical gardens, a cruise port, fine dining and wines. The island’s sub tropical climate makes it a popular tourist destination throughout the year, the port of Funchal is popular with the cruising fraternity and large cruise ships visit daily throughout the year.

The Bad Zwischenahn spa park presents itself in a particularly **picturesque atmosphere** in autumn, when the spacious green areas and trees shine in **bright red and gold tones**, a beautiful contrast to the blue of the **Zwischenahn Sea**. Although the main flowering time of the famous rhododendrons in Ammerland is in May and June, in autumn the park impresses with its **autumn colors** and offers many **viewing platforms and benches** on the shore, which invite you to take walks and take quiet breaks with a wide view over the lake. In addition, **autumn events** such as festivals or health and senior citizens' days often take place in the **Wandelhalle** or on the open-air stage in the spa park.

The Oldenburg Kramermarkt 2025 is a huge and traditional folk festival that is considered the "fifth season" in Oldenburg and is one of the largest in northwest Germany. Here are the key information and highlights: The most important facts When: Friday, September 26th to Sunday, October 5th, 2025 (10 days in total). Where: Festival area at the Weser-Ems-Hallen in Oldenburg. Output: It is the 418th Kramermarkt. Scope: Around 250 stalls and rides are expected and over a million visitors. Highlights and program The program is filled with traditional events and spectacular attractions: 1. Spectacular rides Ferris wheel: Patrick Greier's 60-meter Ferris wheel, visible from afar, is a landmark and popular meeting place. New for 2025 (announced): Several new and adrenaline-pumping rides are planned, including: The “Halloween” ghost train. The “Trapper Joe's Crazy Mine” roller coaster (with optional rotating gondolas). The looping swing “Salto Mortale” (swings overhead). The “Ghost Rider” ride. 2. Traditional events Festival parade: On the first Saturday, September 27th, the large traditional parade moves through the city center to the festival grounds. It is traditionally led by the actor playing Count Anton Günther on his horse “Crane”. Kramermarkt parade: On Wednesday, October 1st, there is a colorful parade with well-known figures, stilt walkers and the tourist train. Lantern parade: On the second Friday, October 3rd, there will be a lantern parade in the evening that leads to the festival grounds. 3. The fireworks A total of three large fireworks displays light up the sky over Oldenburg: Opening fireworks: Friday, September 26th, around 10:00 p.m. Children's fireworks ("Crane's Fire Magic"): Friday, October 3rd, around 8:00 p.m. (after the lantern parade). Closing fireworks: Sunday, October 5th, around 10:00 p.m. 2. Traditional events Festival parade: On the first Saturday, September 27th, the large traditional parade moves through the city center to the festival grounds. It is traditionally led by the actor playing Count Anton Günther on his horse “Crane”. Kramermarkt parade: On Wednesday, October 1st, there is a colorful parade with well-known figures, stilt walkers and the tourist train. Lantern parade: On the second Friday, October 3rd, there will be a lantern parade in the evening that leads to the festival grounds. 3. The fireworks A total of three large fireworks displays light up the sky over Oldenburg: Opening fireworks: Friday, September 26th, around 10:00 p.m. Children's fireworks ("Crane's Fire Magic"): Friday, October 3rd, around 8:00 p.m. (after the lantern parade). Closing fireworks: Sunday, October 5th, around 10:00 p.m.

Nestled on the lush south coast of Vanua Levu—Fiji's second-largest island—Savusavu is a charming coastal town often called "Fiji's hidden paradise" or "best-kept secret." With a population of around 3,372, it blends authentic Fijian culture, geothermal wonders, and pristine marine life in a relaxed, less-touristy vibe compared to hotspots like the Mamanucas. Shaped by its deepwater harbor (once eyed by the U.S. Navy in WWII as a fleet hideout), Savusavu feels worlds away from the hustle, offering a gateway to eco-adventures, village immersion, and "Fiji Time" at its finest. It's in the heart of Melanesia, embodying Oceania's tropical allure with volcanic hot springs bubbling right in town. Perched on 17 acres of a former coconut plantation along the serene Savusavu Bay on Vanua Levu—Fiji's rugged second-largest island—the Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort is an award-winning five-star eco-retreat embodying the essence of Melanesian paradise in Oceania. Named after the famed explorer and son of Jacques Cousteau, this family-friendly haven prioritizes sustainability, marine conservation, and authentic Fijian (iTaukei) culture, blending luxury with immersive eco-adventures. With just 25 open-air bures (traditional thatched villas) dotting lush gardens and a private beach, it offers intimate seclusion amid turquoise waters, vibrant reefs, and rainforested hills—perfect for those seeking a deeper connection to Fiji's natural and cultural heartbeat, much like the unspoiled vibes of nearby Savusavu town.

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Der Serengeti-Park hat auch 2025 einige spannende Neuheiten und Besonderheiten zu bieten, die das Erlebnis für Besucher noch abwechslungsreicher machen. Neuheiten in der Saison 2025 GOZIMBA: Die größte Neuheit ist die interaktive Achterbahn GOZIMBA. Sie ist eine Weltneuheit, bei der du als Fahrgast die Anzahl der Überschläge selbst steuern kannst. Ein Adrenalinstoß, der einzigartig in einem Freizeitpark ist. Ozeania: Neu in der Abenteuer-Safari ist eine faszinierende Unterwasserwelt namens "Ozeania". Hier kannst du lebensgroße Exponate von Meerestieren wie Haien, Walen und Mantarochen bestaunen. Neue Tierarten: Auch in der Tierwelt gibt es Zuwachs. Der Park hat neue Tierarten aufgenommen, darunter die seltenen Kordofan-Giraffen und die stark gefährdeten Goldkopflöwenäffchen. Allgemeine Informationen zur Saison Öffnungszeiten: Die Sommersaison 2025 läuft vom 5. April bis zum 2. November. Winteröffnung: Auch im Winter 2025/2026 gibt es eine spezielle Öffnung vom 8. November 2025 bis zum 1. März 2026. Neu ist, dass in dieser Zeit auch der Tierpark für eine Safari mit dem Auto oder dem Bus geöffnet ist, zusätzlich zum beliebten Lichterfestival. Erlebnisse: Der Park bleibt in seine vier "Welten" unterteilt: Die Serengeti-Safari (mit dem eigenen Auto oder Bus), die Dschungel-Safari (mit zu Fuß begehbaren Gehegen), die Abenteuer-Safari (mit Fahrgeschäften) und die Aqua-Safari (Bootsfahrten). Events: Es finden auch spezielle Veranstaltungen statt, darunter die "Niedersächsischen Zootage" und das Halloween-Event.

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