The All American Day

Step 1 - Cars - rent an american car

Let's start business right, first we need some wheels. More and more enthus'ed afficionados of the great american motocar tradition have brought serious business to life in Munich, you can even rent a limo for the night (yes, a real Fleetwood coach). Try CLASSIC CAR RENT, they have cadi's and other goodies such as limos & chauffeur service. Alternately, TRAUMCAR can get you an Eldorado convertible for that extra special date. While you're cruising through Leopoldstrasse to make sure that you're seen turn up the radio, listen to NRJ for some classic american rock & roll. You might have to do a few U turns to be sure everyone knows you're in town and on the strip. (6/24/95)

Step 2 - Sports- surf is up, let's hit the wave

Sure, you don't believe us but you'd better. So now you have the car and you of course brought your small wave surf board along, just in case you didn't, why not say hello to some real surf dudes and dudettes at the MUSKELKATER or KRAMER, maybe you can bum one there. Drive to the Haus der Kunst and park your car right in front, attach a sign saying something like: "Panne, komme gleich wieder". Now that everyone can admire your wonderful car and see you as a culture hungry native, you dicreetly follow the rapid flowing Eisbach river, you can't miss the hottest surf spot in town. (88K - 7/9/95)

Step 3 - Food - we're hungry, where can we eat ?

But wait, you can't just go out in style without checking up on your hairdo. Just across the street from the car must be one of the most outrageaous american interiors hair salons called misfit. Lavishly decorated with americana memorabilia from the 40's to the 60's you can have a seat between the shark fins of a cut-off '68 caddi. After admiring the cash register built into the dash board of a classic "boat" you are now ready for Munich's First Diner (MFD) in the Hertie complex at Münchner Freiheit. Hold it, don't move your car yet, it's at the best spot in town. You are already in the English Garden, just cross it via Monopteros and Chinese Tower to the Kleinhesseloher lake - direction Schwabing. During that muscle relaxing 15 minute walk keep your eyes open and catch gorgeous totally nude guys and gals in the designated sun tanning parking areas. Once in Schwabing, follow the roaring Harley's, they all meet at MFD, don't worry, they just look like bikers but they ain't no hell's angels. (6/24/95)

Step 4 - Beer - we're thirsty, little Octoberfest is calling

It's a long standing tradition, the well known little Octoberfest organized by the former american forces stationed at the Mc Graw army base. They organize four theme days, Harlem, Manhattan, Atlanta and the USA surprise. Stay in shape and do a bit of breakdancing and rap, see some outrageous plastic and other clothing. Starting with the 24th of June it is open everyday till the 4th of July, I wonder why ? Should you be less lucky and not be in town just before Independence day, any of the 50 major beer gardens has the golden brew you always dreamed of but could never get from your local liquor store: an unpasteurized, fresh mixture of barley malt, water, yeast and most importantly hops brewed since 1516 according to the german "purity" law, Prost !. (7/15/95)

Step 5 - Dinner - let's go to Mexico

Or maybe almost, the Mamasita restaurant will make you forget that you're in Bavaria. Just great drinks and great food closest to Tex Mex cuisine this side of the Alps. Hurry and have your vocal chords well lubed ahead of time, it is loud and will reach concert like sound pressure levels. (6/24/95)

Step 6 - Movies - sure, why not -

You may or may not feel like it, but there is a full size super-duper equipped movie theatre in Munich that plays the original films, uncut, no subtitles, no lip synching but (yeah!) real popcorn, real Hagendaz and real beer. Hold that popcorn bucket tight when the thx system starts blasting at you, the sneak previews are great fun. (6/24/95)

Step 7 - Country & Western - yahoo, raw hide !!

Of course, there are three major C&W saloons in and around town, lots of Münchners really love that stuff and you'll be amazed at the non-hick crowd you'll find there. Grab your hat, your plaid shirt and jeans, your boots and hit the dance floor to live music without chicken wire (no guarantee). (6/24/95)

HOLD IT - now wait, 'member, where did you leave your car ?

We know, you wanted to be seen with your fancy car, you wanted to be known as an art conaisseur, but then, you forgot your car in front of the museum. Guess what, by now it has been towed by Munich's relentless "police tow force" and you better have some cash ready. Informed sources told us that you'll shell out 1/2KDM, sorry... (6/24/95)