Fancy a Half a Cock? Or some Cologne caviar? Cologne has almost as many national specialities as Frankfurt has skyscrapers. And choosing what to try can be daunting with meaty dishes like "Himmel und Äd" to vegetarian treats like "Halve Hahn" or desserts like "Mutzenmandeln". If you're heading our way, here are our top tips to eating like a local.

Would you prefer a Kölsch in perky Cologne or a craft beer in hip Berlin? Cologne and Berlin are two cities that couldn't be more different, so to help you plan your next trip away, we've listed 5 compelling reasons why you should book your German holiday at one or both. 

Köln Deutz has undergone an exciting transformation over the past few years and with summer upon us and the brand-new Adina Hotel Cologne opening its doors later this month, there's never been a better time to play and stay in the North Rhine Westphalia.