The 2017 Munich Oktoberfest—this is how to enjoy it the most authentic way!

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An invitation from Germany—come join the festive celebration~ Here's how to enjoy it authentically!

▲ The Hippodrom beer tent was packed right when the Oktoberfest began!

Location: Theresienwiese, Munich, Germany
Inviter: All citizens of the fairy-tale kingdom
Invitees: Newlywed couples, innocent children, single elites, and world travelers seeking joyful vibes
On-site rules: Drink hearty but don’t get drunk, sip lightly if tipsy, toast with the fairy-tale folk, and drink joyfully as a traveler!

▲ Prince Ludwig and Princess Therese

Subheading: The Story Behind the Munich Oktoberfest

The Oktoberfest originally began in 1810 as a lively celebration of the wedding between Prince Ludwig and Princess Therese. Passed down through the years, it has become a renowned carnival and one of the gems of German traditional culture.

The Munich Oktoberfest, known in German as Oktoberfest or also called the “October Festival,” although originally held in October, was later moved to mid-September due to Germany’s weather conditions. It lasts about 16 days and is the biggest event of the year in Munich. With its lively and heartwarming festive atmosphere, it attracts countless visitors every year.

▲ Reserve your tent spot in advance to blend in with the locals.

Participating in the Oktoberfest isn’t just about drinking heavily inside the tents.

How you enjoy the Oktoberfest is entirely up to you. Because the area is so vast, spending time searching for a pre-booked tent is actually quite a waste, as many tents are available on-site with a wide variety of styles to choose from. Moreover, joining the Oktoberfest doesn’t mean you have to be a heavy drinker—you just have to know how to have fun! Let us tell you why.

The Oktoberfest is more than just beer—it’s full of carnival-like booths.

During the Oktoberfest, it’s like a massive carnival. If you have time, you can sit back and sip beer until you’re lightly tipsy, or you can choose to eat street food and chat with tourists from around the world. Of course, you can also go for something thrilling like riding a roller coaster and shouting your lungs out... There are all kinds of booths you won’t see in Taiwan that will keep you enthralled—shooting games, boxing, souvenir trinkets, and more. The wild side of your brain will explode every second. Let loose in this joyful paradise, where it feels like a worry-free amusement park. Every happy moment becomes a colorful memory for the future.

▲ Even the waitstaff are dressed in traditional Bavarian attire, joining in the fun!

The live scene is super fun, and the waitstaff in traditional costumes are the highlight.

Germany isn’t really a country known for nightlife, and its people are generally reserved. But during the Oktoberfest, you can see the warm and lively side of the German people!

The Theresienwiese feels like a live broadcast of a snapshot of German culture. Everyone holds huge beer mugs, wears traditional outfits, and celebrates this annual festive occasion with beer and food. If you love taking photos and collecting features of different countries’ costumes, the waiters carrying big beer mugs among the crowd will be your favorite photo subjects. The colorful traditional costumes from southern to eastern Germany will dazzle your eyes, not to mention the slightly tipsy Germans who are especially adorable at this time.

▲ One bite of pretzel, one sip of beer—what could be better?

Pretzel + beer = the perfect German combo

When you're there, don't hold back—grab the famous Pretzel (butterfly-shaped bread). It's said to be one of the oldest snacks in the world. Though its shapes have evolved over time, the classic German knot shape is the most recognizable and iconic.

Legend has it that the Pretzel was first invented by Italian monks to reward children who learned their prayers. “Pretiola” means a little reward, and its twisted shape resembles arms crossed in prayer, symbolizing the Holy Trinity with strong religious meaning. The delicious pretzel appeals to all ages and became hugely popular, eventually spreading across Europe. Over time, its religious significance faded, and it grew into a beloved traditional German snack.

In 2002, former U.S. President George W. Bush choked on a pretzel while watching a TV sports game and briefly fainted, leaving an even deeper impression of this cracker on the world. Now that you’re at its birthplace, how can you miss it?

▲ After all the revelry, it’s time to rest well!

Stay at the five-star Westin Hotel—it’s great.

To fully enjoy the Oktoberfest, relax and soak in the most exciting festive atmosphere, you need to set aside ample time. Stay right at the venue, unwind in comfortable European-style lodging after the festivities, and experience romance at its peak without the hassle of driving. It’s the smartest arrangement.

If you can opt to stay at the five-star The Westin Grand Munich, that would be fantastic—enjoy the elegance and romance of Munich, and dream about the joyful Oktoberfest on your Simmons mattress, creating the most beautiful memories.

Are you ready? Accept the invitation to the 2017 Munich Oktoberfest tipsy special edition. Let’s go to the Munich Oktoberfest in Germany!

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