On Kantstrasse 79 in Berlin, a former women’s prison and courthouse has been transformed into a modern design hotel. What might be the German capital’s coolest boutique hotel, holds a sinister past that inarguably adds an exhilarating dimension to a stay here. So, how is it really sleeping in a former prison? Get the answer …
If you, like me, have a fondness for remote working (specifically from hotels), then this post is for you! Below, I’ve gathered 6 properties in Berlin that are perfect for remote working! They all have a few things in common; cosy surroundings, great coffee, and a central location. Bookmark this post for next time you’re …
In the midst of one of Europe’s most exciting and vibrant cities, Berlin, lies an exclusive hotel with intriguing references to the roaring 1920’s – a magical chapter in the history of the German capital. Its name is Hotel ZOO Berlin and although much has happened since its opening in 1911, a few things have …
Awarded the prestigeous title “Germany’s Leading Hotel 2020” by World Travel Awards, Regent Berlin is a haven of elegance in the heart of the German capital. It’s also a great example of Berlin’s eclectic hotel- and lifestyle scene. In one end, you’ll see skyscrapers and grafitti – in the other, you’ll find classic elegance and …
Residing in the former Danish embassy building over-looking Berlin’s urban jungle, Tiergarten, the renowned SO/ Berlin Das Stue is a boutique hotel unlike any other. If I had to rate my recent stay, I wouldn’t hesitate giving it five stars. Keep reading if you’d like to know more about, what I believe is, one of …
One of my favorite things to do in weekends is to explore Berlin’s cultural scene. The most famous “institution” in that sector is called the Museum Island (or Museumsinsel) where beautiful museums such as Alte Nationalgalerie, Bode Museum and Pergamon Museum are towering side by side. In this post, I’m going to tell you about the first …
Continued… So now you’ve been on a journey back in time. You’ve experienced Berlin how it once was and you’ve hopefully come to understand what has shaped the German capital as we know it today. If you’re just half as intrigued as I am about getting a taste of the grand past of the city, …
Continued…. The roaring twenties So far, we’ve been looking at Berlin from the pre-industrial era and beyond, where the city literally exploded in size and inhabitants. The German capital became a center of culture and arts – not only in Germany, but in all of Europe. Still, nothing quite compares to what was about to happen …
On a cold and windy November night in 2016, I arrived in Berlin with a large suitcase, my laptop and a head full of dreams. Fast forward three years and I’m typing this, celebrating my third anniversary with the city. Like many others before me, I came to Berlin not knowing how long I’d stay …
I’ve called Berlin my home for going on 3 years now, and those years have been the most crazy, fun and challenging of my life. To me, Berlin, has a very special vibe that you won’t find anywhere else in the world, and for now, I’m happy to call it home. So when I had …
