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Berlin 05.14 © CIRQUE DU SOLEIL: COURTESY OF CIRQUE DU SOLEIL; THE MAGIC FLUTE: © IKO FREESE/DRAMA-BERLIN.DE; ICE CREAM: UNALOZMEN/ISTOCK/THINKSTOCK; GALLERY: JEPPE HEIN COURTESY OF THE ARTIST AND JOHANN KÖNIG, BERLIN, PHOTO BY ROMAN MÄRZ. CONTENTS See more of Berlin at wheretraveler.com The Plan The Guide The best of Berlin Let’s get started 4 Editor’s note XX 20 SHOPPING 6 Hot Dates Explore the many shops Highlights of the month's and boutiques along can't-miss events, from Charlottenburg's elegant Bleibtreustraße. stunning Cirque du Soleil to a world-renowned design XX SIGHTSEEING expo to the soaring thrills of 36 an air show. 10 In a city as unique as Berlin, no MUSEUMS & surprise that there are myriad unique tour offerings, too. XX 43 GALLERIES One of Berlin's most beloved musical sons, David Bowie, is the star of a new exhibition at the Martin-Gropius-Bau. XX 74 My Perfect Day 50 DINING Arno Schmeil Berlin's very own world barista Taste some German culinary champion shares his tips for favorites, from white asparagus to artisanal rye bread. the best espresso – and more. 58 Also Inside XX ENTERTAINMENT 68 Ask The Concierge Nothing like the live music experience. Lots of musical Kay Mischke, head concierge greats this month, like Tori at Hotel Palace Berlin, is full 18 16 Amos or Charles Aznavour. of insider tips to help you get the most out of your visit. 65 NIGHTLIFE Where Now MAY 2014 Berlin A drink at Luzia, a hub of WHERETRAVELER.COM ® ® Kreuzberg's famed nightlife. R R R RECOMMENDED BY YOUR CONCIERGEECOMMENDED BY YOUR CONCIERGEECOMMENDED BY YOUR CONCIERGEECOMMENDED BY YOUR CONCIERGE 10 Magical Mozart 18 Here's The Scoop GOOD ESSENTIALS VIBES Get to know Barrie Kosky, Get a delicious taste of the 68 Mozart magic at the Komische Oper and the award-winning art season with our guide to the concerts galore. director who's lifting the best ice cream across the city. From transport to emergency PLUS: ART GALLERY WEEKEND THE SCOOP ON Komische Oper to glorious numbers, useful information ICE CREAM BY ANNABELLE MALLIA DAVID BOWIE ON SHOW MOTHER'S DAY for your Berlin stay. GIFT GUIDE new heights. SHOPPING | ENTERTAINMENT | CULTURE | DINING | MAPS BY SOLVEIG STEINHARDT 32 Happy Mother's Day! Behre re r n- FRANZÖSISCHE STR. Ch Fra ra r n nzö ö ösis äger- er Holoc Holoc Holocaust Holoc Holocaust Holoc Holocau Holoc Holocaust Holoc Holoc Holocau POTSDAMER PL. Voßstr. tr MAP Gift ideas for mother dearest. se sexuellen- Ma Ma Mahnmal r ner- Wilhel lmstr. 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