June 23, 2024

I had to ask - is it legal to carry open beer bottles in Hamburg?

I see people carry and drinking from open beer bottles everywhere in the city, so I had to look it up. Beer is an important part of German culture. The tax rates for alcoholic beverages in Germany are below average compared to the rest of Europe and there are very few regulations governing availability. Drinking in public is generally legal and considered socially normal. Above photo is from the subway.

By Pat Patrick May 20, 2026
Sunday, May 17th in Singapore was the last day for Tulip Mania at the Flower Dome in Gardens by the Bay . Sheri joined me in passion for flowers and we headed over to explore on our last port day here.
By Pat Patrick May 19, 2026
I have wanted to try the Dining in the Dark experience for years! Bosco had done once before back in San Francisco, but was game to do again. I was so excited when I found the listing in the Seeking Sophie website , looking for unique experiences in Singapore .
By Pat Patrick May 19, 2026
The Sri Mariamman Temple is Singapore's oldest Hindu temple, built in 1827. It is built in the Dravidian style and is located in the downtown Chinatown district and classified as a National Monument.The founder Naraina Pillai was a government clerk from Penang who arrived in Singapore with Sir Stamford Raffles in 1819. Pillai set up the islands first construction company and also entered the textile trade. He rapidly established himself and was identified as the leader of the Indian Community.