Concetti Chiave
- The trip to Berlin in 2010 was marked by the excitement of a first-time flight and comfortable stay at a 4-star hotel with extensive amenities.
- Main attractions visited included Alexanderplatz, Brandenburg Gate, Potsdam, and the Berlin Wall, with a highlight being the graffiti at the East Side Gallery.
- Unexpectedly, the eruption of an Icelandic volcano extended the trip, allowing for additional leisure time without extra costs due to insurance.
- The trip concluded with a coach journey back home due to the flight disruption, highlighting the importance of flexibility in travel plans.
- Reflections on the experience emphasize a preference for flying over coach travel and the allure of Berlin's modernity, cultural sites, and affordability.
Trip to Berlin
In 2010 I went to Berlin with my classmates for our school trip. The flight was quick and exciting, because it was the first time that I took the plane. After the arrival I realized that the weather was very cold, but luckily I brought with me some winter clothes. Later we arrived at Berlin House, a beautiful 4-star hotel. The rooms were spacious and comfortable, and the hotel had a sauna, a gym, a solarium and an indoor swimming pool.
Main attractions in Berlin
During the trip we visited many places. Alexanderplatz is the most important square of the city, with its shopping centers and it is considered the city centre of West Berlin. Brundeburg Gate is the most famous monument in Germany and finally Postdam, a city situated in the south west of Berlin, famous for its beautiful palace and park. The best moment we visited was the Berlin Wall, which divided the city in two parts for 28 years, from 1961 to 1990. Nowadays a part of the Wall is decorated with graffitis of famous artists. The East Side Gallery is a part of the wall, which contains graffitis representing freedom. My favorite graffiti is that an of old car that breaks through the wall.
Unexpected events and conclusion of the trip
After 5 days the trip was over but we couldn’t leave Berlin because the Eyajfjoll, an Icelandic volcano, erupted and so a cloud of dust prevented our flight. Luckily we had taken on insurance so we moved to another hotel without paying. We visited all the places which were in our itinerary, so we didn’t have to wake up early and we had fun all night. A few days later the trip was really at the end and we decided to return by coach because we had to do the state exam.
Reflections on the flight trip
Now that I have experienced flying I can say that I prefer travelling by plane to travelling by coach. I love visiting foreign countries so I think that I will return to this fantastic city for many reasons. First of all Berlin is a modern city with an efficient subway and the roads aren’t busy because they are very large. Second reason there are many monuments and places to visit and finally its not an expensive city , only water costs a lot of money.
Domande da interrogazione
- What were some of the main attractions visited during the school trip to Berlin?
- How did the eruption of the Eyjafjallajökull volcano affect the trip?
- What are some reasons the author prefers flying over traveling by coach?
The trip included visits to Alexanderplatz, Brandenburg Gate, and Potsdam, with a highlight being the Berlin Wall, particularly the East Side Gallery with its famous graffiti.
The volcanic eruption caused a cloud of dust that prevented the flight back, leading to an extended stay in Berlin. Fortunately, insurance covered the additional hotel costs, allowing for a more relaxed schedule.
The author enjoys flying because it allows for visiting foreign countries more easily and appreciates Berlin's modernity, efficient subway, and wide roads, despite the high cost of water.
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