Warnemünde or Dresden?
Oct 17, 2017 | 7:45 pm
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Warnemünde or Dresden?
M-W in June. I like city architecture and European seaside resorts. Not sure which to go to. Anyone been to both and have a preference? I don't think I can go wrong with either, but torn and curious.
Oct 18, 2017 | 3:59 am
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Dresden without question. Warnemünde is not comparable in any way. Only pro is that you are at the ocean. To be honest I'm not a big fan. Dresden has some of the finest architecture and museums available.
Oct 18, 2017 | 4:47 am
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Thank you! I respect your opinions on many things I have read. I think you are on to something. I have 2 nights already reserved at the Hilton Dresden and it looks like it is well situated. I was doubting my decision, but you helped me sway it back.
Oct 18, 2017 | 10:55 am
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Location of Hilton is very central and ideal for exploring the town. Never saw it from inside.
Nov 11, 2017 | 9:40 am
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The museums in Dresden are excellent but beyond that it's a pretty grim place. Most of the centre has been rebuilt into a high end American suburban mall. Don't expect quaint restaurants etc. It's mainly chain eateries, a lot of burgers and other American food on offer. Also expect hordes of German tourists intent on shopping at places like H&M; the lines to get into the Frauenkirche are epic. Neustadt on the other side of the Elbe maybe more authentic. But it's doesn't have much by way of sights.
Nov 11, 2017 | 9:45 am
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I have always been interested in Dresden, but an old Baltic beach town seems fascinating too. But I just made a great Hilton redemption at the Hilton Dresden for a couple of nights, so there I go.
Thanks for all the advice on this thread though. Really helps.
Nov 11, 2017 | 4:58 pm
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The museums in Dresden are excellent but beyond that it's a pretty grim place. Most of the centre has been rebuilt into a high end American suburban mall. Don't expect quaint restaurants etc. It's mainly chain eateries, a lot of burgers and other American food on offer. Also expect hordes of German tourists intent on shopping at places like H&M; the lines to get into the Frauenkirche are epic. Neustadt on the other side of the Elbe maybe more authentic. But it's doesn't have much by way of sights.
Nov 12, 2017 | 11:59 pm
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Actually spent a day in Warnemünde a few years ago. A few summers ago three of us did a bike tour from Jena to Rostock and went up to Warnemünde for the day just to dip our toes in the Baltic. Seemed nice enough but not sure I'd be in a hurry to go back. Then again, I am used to California beach towns so I may be biased 
The original plan was to then take the ferry over to Denmark and ride to Copenhagen, but my brother had some work issues and had to get back so we dropped that portion. But we want to somebody finish that leg so maybe we'll head back to Warnemünde
The original plan was to then take the ferry over to Denmark and ride to Copenhagen, but my brother had some work issues and had to get back so we dropped that portion. But we want to somebody finish that leg so maybe we'll head back to Warnemünde
Jan 1, 2018 | 12:51 pm
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Warnemunde is very popular with the cruise ships so can become very busy when they are in port. Having said that, it is a lovely town with plenty of shops and places to eat and is popular with tourists. Having never been to Dresden, i could not say which is my favourite.