Day 2 began with a fascinating visit to the DDR Museum, which was particularly relevant for our Sixth Formers studying post-war Germany, but thoroughly enjoyed by all. We then took a walk around the stunning Museum Island, passing the Berliner Dom, Humboldt University, and Bebelplatz, the poignant site of the Nazi book burnings. The afternoon brought sunshine and relaxation with a scenic boat trip along the Spree, and we ended the day with breathtaking panoramic views of Berlin from the Fernsehturm (TV Tower).

Day 3 was another long but brilliant day in sunny Berlin! We started with a morning of sightseeing, taking in the iconic Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie, and the moving Holocaust Memorial. After a well-earned lunch break with some fun and games in the Tiergarten, the group headed to the German Spy Museum, where the interactive exhibits were a big hit. The day continued with some shopping and dinner at the Berlin Mall, and we rounded it all off with a spectacular evening visit to the Reichstag dome, offering another stunning view of this vibrant city.