In this episode of the Truly Expat Travel Podcast, Paula Barnes speaks with Canadian expat Keltie Maguire, who has been living in Munich, Germany for over eight years.

Keltie shares her fascinating journey from Vancouver to Sydney and eventually settling in Munich with her husband, as well as the life-changing decisions that shaped her career, identity, and her podcast The Kids Are Childfree.

We also dive deep into Munich as a travel destination and lifestyle city — from beer gardens and Bavarian food culture to hidden local gems, day trips, and how to experience the city like a local rather than a tourist.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• Why Munich is considered the “perfect balance” of city and village life
• The truth about Bavarian food culture (beyond pretzels and sausages)
• How tipping works in Germany (and how it differs from North America)
• How to get around Munich using public transport and bikes
• A 3-day “local’s itinerary” featuring bakeries, markets, beer gardens & lakes
• Hidden gems in Munich including Maxvorstadt, Museum Quarter & local rooftop bars

Featured Places in Munich

• English Gardens Seehaus beer garden (Englischer Garten)
• Monastery beer garden
• Viktualienmarkt
• St. Peter's Church (viewpoint over the city)
• Julius Brantner bakery
• Baumgartenschneid hike
• Standl 20
• Rooftop beer garden

Food & Drink Highlights

• Weißwurst Frühstück (traditional Bavarian breakfast)
• Pretzels with Obazda
• Käse Spätzle (German mac & cheese)
• Bavarian beer gardens
• Apple Schorle & rhubarb Schorle
• Craft beer at Higgins Ale Works
• Pretty Pizza
• Napoli Rush

Guest Links

• Website: https://www.kidsorchildfree.com/
• Podcast: https://www.kidsorchildfree.com/podcast
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kidsorchildfree/
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KidsorChildfree

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