Farewell to our Walters and adoptiv Walters

Bear-lin

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July 11th 2014
So Greg and me, on our own, for six days/five nights in Berlin (to the American ear it sounds a bit like "bear-lean" and indeed the symbol of the city is an adorable bear which can be seen in decorated fiberglass varieties in various places, though not leaning). I'm just going to say, if you're ever greeted by a hotel proprietor who says, "I have some good news and some bad news about your room ... read more

Europe » Germany » Berlin » Berlin

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As Europe's largest economy and most populous nation, Germany remains a key member of the continent's economic, political, and defense organizations. European power struggles immersed Germany in two devastating World Wars in the first half of the 20t... ... read more