One of the reasons I decided to study abroad in Germany was that I was intrigued by the country’s fascinating history. Living in Berlin has provided me with so many opportunities to learn about history not just through a textbook but by visiting places of historical significance in real life. Our classes often take us on […]
My First Oktoberfest
I knew before evening coming to Germany that I wanted to make it to the infamous Oktoberfest in Munich, Germany. I can now say that I got to experience the craziness that is Oktoberfest. When I told my host, Olaf, my plans for Oktoberfest he was anything but jealous, in fact he thought it was […]
Bringing Forensic Light into the Darkness
“The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time” – now on Broadway in a production by the Ethel Barrymore Theatre” Lights like stars in the night sky, an actor walking weightless across the back wall of the stage, disturbing sounds giving you goose bumps and a live puppy on stage. This and more […]
Tempelhof: A New Yet Old Park
One of my favorite things to do in Berlin is to visit a historical site and try to imagine what it must have been like in the decades or centuries past. Tempelhofer feld – earlier Tempelhof airport – is an example of the uniqueness of Berlin. It’s story you can find all over the city – […]
Swimming In Berlin
Swimming has been always been one of my favorite leisure time activities, so naturally when I travel, am egger to find a pool and jump in. How ever rules and regulations on swimming, and water safety vary from pool to pool and country to country. In the US there are two seasons for swimming long […]