So we finally arrived in Berlin. But it turned in to a bigger trip than expected. It ended up taking 38 hours and 3 planes to get it. I was very happy that the airline upgraded us to business class on the first flight. But it was back to economy for the long leg to Europe. It was the 9 hour wait in Asia in the cold airport where I picked up a cold. But I’m feeling better now.
Once we dropped our gear at the hotel we showered and headed out to the Christmas markets to grab some lunch. The CurryWurst is most likely not very healthy, but it was the tastiest thing I had eaten in 2 days. And washed down with the yummy warm Gluhwein.
I was terribly jet lagged when NYE night rolled around. I saw the fireworks earlier in the evening, but I couldn’t stay awake for the big show at midnight. Not even the loud bangs and fireworks right outside my hotel could wake me. I can’t believe people here are allowed to light fireworks anywhere in the streets. And for some strange reason the Berliners like to set off fireworks that just make an explosive sound. It’s really hard to get used to hearing what sounds like bombs going off between the city buildings. Needless to say that there were plenty of ambulance sirens going all night long too.
One of the reasons why I like coming to Berlin around Christmas time is because it feels like a real Christmas here. Back at home in Australia it’s usually really hot and we spend most of the time trying to find a place to cool down. In Berlin everyone comes out to the Christmas markets to eat, drink, and generally be merry. This year I got the best of both worlds. I got to be with my family on Christmas day in Australia, and then fly to Germany to catch the tail end of Christmas here.
While we are getting over the jet lag we have been doing a little touring around the city. I’ve been to Berlin many times, but I’ve never actually been around the Potsdam Platz area. It’s actually very nice around there, though a little more quiet than the Schoneberg area where I like to stay.
It’s now day 4 of the trip and we are already getting busy meeting guys and shooting new scenes. I love Berlin and it’s hundreds of dirty boys… all wanting to put on a hot show. We have had a lot of fun so far. The next few days are going to be very busy.
