This is our first summer living in a big city. I wasn't so sure how we would like it...the sweltering heat, the masses of tourists, the crowded trains. As we enter the month of July, I'd have to say that the positives definitely outweigh the negatives. Sure, the trains are a little stinky (we all know that Europeans have some kind of aversion to deodorant), and the tourists have over-run our favorite cafes (we are spotting American accents left and right!). But Berlin has certainly come alive! Our favorite summer spots have included the many green spaces scattered across the city limits (perfect for BBQs!) and the many "Strandbars" (beachbars) that have popped up along the Spree River. Sure, they're not the sandy beaches of the Pacific, but they definitely have their own unique flair.
LunaStrand in our neighborhood
This month we also experienced our first "Schiffparty". Our Schiff (or boat) took us up and down the Spree River in Berlin....for 5 hours!! The private party was hosted by our friend Yens' field hockey team (yes, men play field hockey in Deutschland. Minus the skirts and frenchbraids). It was a great night of dancing and meeting many new people. A fun way to celebrate the 4th of July in our new city!
A cool view of the Reichstag from the Spree
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