Normally when travelling by myself, I land at the airport with nothing more than a Lonely Planet guidebook and a completely open agenda. I had just two full days in Berlin though, so I planned more carefully. I didn't have a day or so to orientate myself to my surroundings. I planned an itinerary and booked … Continue reading P Marks The Spot →

The German language is a pretty blunt instrument of communication. The vocabulary is direct and to the point. So I hope the natives won't object that I utilize that straightforward approach in my opening description of Berlin - the Ugly City. If Paris is the city of light, then Berlin  is the city of darkness. … Continue reading Berlin →