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Less than an hour train ride from Berlin, Potsdam feels like a world apart. Stepping into this charming city is like stepping back in time, with its grand palaces, pristine parks, and fascinating historical sites.

10 Must-See Places in Potsdam: A Weekend Getaway from Berlin

Potsdam
13 min read
05/12/202409/12/2024

The Ringbahn Beer Challenge is different from your average pub crawl. It's a crazy adventure for people who love trains, beer, and a good challenge. If that sounds like you, then you're in for a treat!

The Ringbahn Beer Challenge: A Birthday I’ll Never Forget (or Maybe I Will)

Berlin
4 min read
11/11/202411/11/2024

If you're a craft beer enthusiast visiting Berlin or a local like me, the Mikkeller Berlin Bar in Mitte is a must-visit. Located on Torstraße, this bar is the first German location of the well-known Danish microbrewery Mikkeller.

Mikkeller Berlin Bar: Discover Danish Delights in Mitte

Berlin
4 min read
02/11/202403/11/2024

When most people think of Barcelona, images of Gaudí's Sagrada Familia or Park Güell might spring to their mind. But tucked away in the Eixample district lies another architectural gem: the Sant Pau Recinte Modernista. This gorgeous complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a masterpiece of Catalan Modernisme and the largest Art Nouveau site.

Your Guide to Sant Pau Barcelona: Art Nouveau Architecture and History

Barcelona
5 min read
27/10/202428/10/2024

The Silly Walks Tunnel can be found near the Eindhoven Central Train Station and is decorated with images of the sketch star John Cleese performing his famous silly walk. The images on the tunnel walls show Cleese in various stages of his walk, from starting and stepping to treading and galloping. If you need to become more familiar with the sketch, there are instructions on using accessories like a briefcase, umbrella, or hat to enhance your silly walk.

Channel Your Inner Monty Python at the Silly Walks Tunnel in Eindhoven

Eindhoven
4 min read
17/10/202418/10/2024

Protokoll is a craft beer bar that opened in July 2017 in one of the many back streets in Friedrichshain. There you can find more than 20 different types of beer on tap and close to 50 different beer bottles, more than enough for a night out with friends.

Craft Beer Bars in Berlin: Where the Locals Go for a Perfect Pint

Bars, Berlin
9 min read
21/09/202414/11/2024

The Way of the Red Flag: Discovering Dresden’s Palace of Culture

Dresden
6 min read
06/09/202408/10/2024

When I first visited the Bauhaus school in Dessau, one thing was missing: the Bauhaus sign that appears in most school images. That part of the building was covered with a tarp, and a replacement sign was in place. For years, I wondered when the original sign would be back in place, and I had an answer to that question in the summer of 2024.

Pedaling Through History: A Bauhaus Pilgrimage by Bike

Dessau
7 min read
14/08/202414/08/2024

Berlin is a city steeped in history, and one of its dark chapters can be seen inside the Stasi Museum in Lichtenberg. Located on Normannenstraße, east of the city center, this museum was once the headquarters of the Ministry for State Security, or "Stasi," the East German secret police. If you're interested in understanding the chilling reality of life under surveillance, visiting the Stasi Museum Berlin is a must.

Unmasking the Past: A Chilling Visit to the Stasi Museum Berlin

Berlin
5 min read
08/08/202416/08/2024

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