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Hop on hop off Berlin

Friday, November 25th, 2011

In a city with such a rich and variegated history, Mr or Mrs Bus/Bike/Segway/Boat/Space-hopper tour guide has the distinct advantage of having so much material to work with that a ‘boring’ experience is nigh on impossible to be had by its customers. As part of Oh-Berlin’s ‘We Tried’ section we tried Berlin City Tours out for size, a hop on hop off 1 ¾ hour bus tour around some of the most famous attractions in Berlin. The hop on hop off part means you can shape your own tour around your own interests, not to mention giving you a chance to stretch those legs every so often, and a rest when you’ve had enough of walking around. The Classic tour takes you around Alexanderplatz, Mitte and parts of Kreuzberg, which is perfect for those who want to see the most famous attractions in the city, and the Wall & Lifestyle option is perfect for those whose interest lies in the story of former Soviet East Berlin.

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Shopping in Berlin

Friday, November 25th, 2011

The capacities for shopping in Berlin is by no means a secret, and if it were it would be an extremely badly kept one to say the least. Shopaholics can jump for joy in the knowledge that in Berlin there are copious amounts of shopping centres and department stores to satisfy every taste, as well as every budget. However, in a city so big with these various consumer havens dotted around all over the place, a helpful hand to show you where to go, when to go, and how to get there is always useful right? You don’t have to thank us, just give our article read and jot down a few notes along the way. Our list is pretty comprehensive, giving you information about all the biggest and best shopping hubs and department stores, selling everything from clothes to books, electronics to bath bombs. We at Oh-Berlin want you to shop rather than drop!

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Typical Berlin

Friday, November 25th, 2011

In a city with such an international and transient populous there are so many quirks, details and characteristics that make it stand out from the crowd. You can expect many things from Berlin, but which ones seem more all-encompassing? Cue our compilation of the top ten ‘typical’ things to do in Berlin (well, according to us anyway) where we explore the signature components that bind this city of diversity and change together – including places to visit, food to eat, and even the famous ‘Berliner Schnauze’ temperament of local residents (it’s a frankness we admire so much). Have we missed anything? There was so much to choose from it was a very difficult decision, please let us know if you put something else in the top-ten instead.

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I lost my heart in Kastanienallee

Friday, November 25th, 2011

Read our expose about  Kastanienallee – arguably the hippest avenue in Berlin – and join us as we debunk the myths, explore the local shops and eateries, and delve a little into its vast and variegated history. With a reputation for being modern, expensive and touristic, critics of the area often refer to it as “Casting-Allee” because of the flaunty and almost catwalk nature of the people who frequent it.
We take you around the various clothes, crafts and haberdashery shops, some expensive and some affordable, and uncover some of the hidden gems. From independent businesses selling gorgeous bespoke clothes to mouthwatering ice cream and waffle cafés to fantastic arts, crafts and prints shops, there is a niche to suit every taste. In the last 30 years alone Kastanienallee has been in a constant state of upheaval – whether being destroyed, redesigned, or rebuilt from scratch. Unfortunately the future of this street is once again in limbo, which is such a shame for a street as beautiful as this one, and a nightmare for the businesses that adorn it. The beautiful street for the beautiful people is a must-see for visitors, make sure you catch it in its prime.  To read the full article on the Oh-Berlin blog simply follow this link.

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Schönefeld Airport – be the envy of other passengers with our comprehensive guide to not getting lost

Friday, November 25th, 2011

All too often the information you’ll find about your options for your trip to the city centre from Berlin Schönefeld Airport is either incomplete or ambiguous. In this comprehensive guide to Berlin Airport transfers we’ll give you all the handy hints and tips you’ll need for a hassle-free journey. With people travelling to and from Berlin in their droves throughout the year a visit to the airport can seem a little daunting – especially when you land at Berlin Schönefeld Airport. Airlines such as Ryanair, Germanwings and above all Easyjet operate out of Schönefeld Airport, and last year alone saw 7.3 million passengers pass through the gates.
In the article we include detailed information about the Schönefeld Airport Express Train, the Airport Transfer with the S-Bahn, the Airport Transfer with the Airport Express Bus, and the Airport Transfer with public transport buses. With it we include timetables, route maps, journey lengths and pricelists (complete with web links and contact details) as well as a blue print of Schonefeld itself so that your arrival in Berlin will be as pleasant an experience as possible, and a run through of all the most common mistakes made in the hustle-bustle of leaving the airport. An indispensible tool for anybody visiting Berlin – read on and be the coolest, calmest, most collected person at the airport.
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The smart way to tour Berlin

Friday, November 25th, 2011

Fantastic value for money and one of Berlin’s worst kept secrets , the public bus lines 100 and 200 are the city’s covert tour buses – albeit without the hefty price tag. Oh-Berlin has gathered information that will have tour guide’s knees trembling, and we’d like to share it. Purchase a single ride BVG ticket for just 2.30 Euro and ride in comfort on a double decker bus around all the prominent tourist destinations either in a whirlwind 30 minutes, or make use of the hop on hop off option – your ticket is valid for 2 hours, after all. With some 30 destinations along the 100 route, many just a stone’s throw away from the other, the hop on hop off option is great for allowing you to walk between attractions at your own pace, and then back onto the bus until the next cluster of must-see destinations. Remember though, a return journey or a full-on round trip is not permitted with just one single ticket. You have been warned.
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