Chris recently visited Berlin with his fiancée Sara, using the new direct service from Newcastle with Eurowings. It was a busy four days, taking in the famous sights of this vibrant city, as well as some of the lesser-known but still hugely interesting spots. Oh, and sampling the local food and drink, of course (Currywurst and beer!).

Highlights in the first couple of days included the DDR Museum which gives a great insight in to the lives of East Germans before the fall of the Wall, a cruise on the Spree River, the famous Checkpoint Charlie, a visit to the Reichstag dome which provides a 360 degree view of the city, Bernauer Strasse, Alexanderplatz and dinner in the hip Kreuzberg area of the city.

Insider tip #1: Get your photos of Brandenburg Gate early on a sunny morning – no crowds and the sun lights up the monument beautifully as you approach from Unter den Linden.