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Reflecting on my Experience Abroad in Berlin
By: Kaitlyn Tran Could you tell us more about your experience in Berlin so far? My experience at CIEE Berlin has been nothing short of amazing. I came to the... keep reading
Strolls Around Berlin
By: Deborah Moreno I arrived in Berlin nearing the end of the summer. People wore less layers, sunglasses, and seemed chirpier. With time, the weather has become gray, wet, and... keep reading
Visiting Holtzmarkt in Berlin
By: Henry Grosso For this blog post, I felt it was only right to talk about something Berlin-related because, after all, I came abroad to study in Berlin. Coming to... keep reading
A Life-Changing Experience Abroad in Berlin
By: Caroline Button As I count down my last month in Berlin, it's hard to wrap my head around how much I’ve experienced in such a short time. By the... keep reading
Sustainability and Berlin’s Abandoned Airfields: A New Life for Tempelhof
By: Lillian Boudreau Studying abroad in Berlin offers students an opportunity to experience how cities can creatively repurpose their history to build a more sustainable future. One of these such... keep reading
Berlin is the City of Surprises
By: Jackson Bambrick Berlin is a city full of surprises where even a class field trip can become an adventure to remember. On one brisk but sunny October day, my... keep reading
Deborah Moreno: “CIEE Berlin introduced me to many people who helped make the experience better and with whom I have been able to explore and try new things”
We love to hear about the experience of our students who, in addition to studying, do their internships in Berlin. This is the case of Deborah Moreno, one of our... keep reading
German vs. Portuguese: Key Differences & Similarities
German and Portuguese are worlds apart in some ways, yet closer than you might think in others. From German's precise grammar to Portuguese's melodic flow, both languages open doors to... keep reading
An Afternoon Chat with Claire: From Minnesota to Berlin's Heartbeat!
Today, Claire Molson, one of our Open Campus students from Fall 2024 shares her impressions of Berlin. She grew up in St. Paul, Minnesota, and I go to school at... keep reading
Grace: "Studying abroad is about more than just classes; it's diving into a new culture, facing challenges head-on, and discovering parts of yourself you never knew existed"
Grace Kadia is part of the Summer Global Internship students at CIEE Berlin. She is originally from Fort Worth, Texas and studying at the University of North Texas, where is... keep reading
Ning Zhou, Trip Leader of PEA (Phillips Exeter Academy): "I advise the students to have an open-mind and immerse in the language and culture the country offers"
Our students from Phillips Exeter Academy (often called Exeter or PEA) left Berlin a few days ago. They had an amazing time living here at our dorm for 3 weeks... keep reading
Top 20 German Slang Words and Phrases You Must Know
Mastering the German language goes beyond learning proper grammar and vocabulary from textbooks. To truly communicate like a native, you need to embrace the vibrant world of German slang. These... keep reading
The Späti-Chill: A Socio-Cultural Icon in Berlin
By: Grace Meisner A club with no cover for entry, a bar without the wait for a bartender, a supermarket, meeting place, internet cafe, drugstore, post office, and gift shop... keep reading
Finding Peace in Berlin: Hidden Sanctuaries
By: Rachel Fischler Berlin is so beautiful for its calm, including millions of different people from all walks of life, forming a beautiful weave of color and creativity. In this... keep reading
Top 3 Vegan Spots in Berlin
By: Rachel Fischler Berlin is a haven for vegans and vegetarians alike. Incredibly progressive and diverse in lifestyles, culture, and background–Berlin is a culinary whirlwind with tastes for every palette... keep reading