It looks like BER Berlin Brandenburg may finally open… in Oct 2020. Berlin Brandenburg begins final tests; on track for October 2020 opening The much-delayed Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER), which is still on track to open in October 2020—has begun final technical tests, a prerequisite for opening. READ THE FULL ARTICLE AT: AIR WORLD TRANSPORT On my German Road Trip … Read More
Another great boutique hotel, that proves again, the Design Hotels continue to be one of my favorites for Boutique Hotels. Efficient Design (this is Germany) but inviting and comfy. A pleasant and helpful staff. The hotels location is a bit off the beaten path, but is surprisingly convenient… an easy stroll to the Museum Island and Alexanderplatz. I was upgraded … Read More
An absolutely charming hotel. And I would have no problem making this my standard hotel for when I come to Berlin in the future. Nice clean design, personable staff, central location, but quite. I was upgraded to a room with a small balcony, which is so nice to let the fresh air in during the day. The rooms have a … Read More
Berlin is a fun / funky / chic city with a casual style of it’s own, and the cost of doing things here felt a bit less then other major European cities. The nightlife is of course legendary, and with so many recent and not so recent landmarks, there are many sites to see all around the city. The people … Read More
The World’s 50 Best Restaurant #48 – Restaurant Tim Raue I am the first to admit that German Food frightens me. I can not eat Pork, don’t like butter and do not have a sweet tooth… all things essential in almost every German dish. But in Berlin, I wanted to see what Mr. Raue’s German inspired Asian Fusion was about. … Read More
Since 1975, Tegel has been the main Airport of West Berlin, and later most of Berlin. Unfortunately, the main Terminal is not equipped to handle modern air transportation. Not having a central hall area, all Baggage Claim, Passport Control and Security is primarily performed at the gates. Making little room for the passengers. It is a nice Airport for it’s … Read More
