Tag Archives: Germany

Watch That Wallet: 3 Tips and Tricks for the Budget Traveler

18 Nov

If you’re on a budget but still have a hankering for all things bon voyage there’s no need to shelv your plans because of cash concerns. We’ve got three handy-dandy tips that will ensure a happ wallet, whether your destination is Paris, Reno or Outer Space.

1. Stay with a Friend or a Do an Apartment Swap. The biggest expense while traveling is definitelywhere you’ll lay your head. Skip the fancy hotels and even shy away from budget-friendly hostels. If you’re a seasoned globetrotter you may have friends littering the map, so call them up and ask to crash on their couch or in their spare room. All you have to offer in exchange is dinner or a nice bottle of vino. (more…)

Alternative hotels in Berlin

16 Aug

When it comes to staying Berlin there are plenty of options that are outside of what you would consider a normal hotel stay. For instance, you may find that the Miniloft apartments are quite a fun choice given the fact they are personally run and allow you the chance to live like a local in Berlin’s downtown historical centre.

The Boutique hotel Berlin Mittendrin is another unique option given the fact that it is hard to find anything that is more wholesome and Berlin themed, but yet modern and charming enough to make your stay enjoyable with everything you could need provided to you including all meals should you choose.

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Tips For Taking The Bike Around Berlin

16 Nov

Berlin Tiergarten

Berlin Tiergarten

If you think there are a lot of cyclists in Britain, think again. We are one of the nations who cycle the least in Europe. Take yourself and your bike abroad and you will find how bike friendly the cities are, and the active encouragement they make to get everyone on their bikes. There may be 10m bicycles in Beijing, but there is a lot less in Berlin. Nevertheless, it is one of the best cities in Europe to take your bike to.

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