This Is The Number One Place To Relocate If You're A Creative

It’s no secret that most creative-minded people thrive in a certain type of environment. After all, living among finance yuppies or corporate-type personalities is not going to get the juices flowing for those more into art, culture and vision. So if you’re a creative and want to live your life to its full potential, here is the one place in the world where you should move immediately.

We are talking about Berlin, a city that is among the most open-minded and creative-friendly spots on the planet or, as David Bowie once referred to it, ‘the greatest cultural extravaganza that one could imagine’.

For such an industrial city, Berlin is incredibly friendly

Bowie’s words couldn’t be more true. Relocating to Berlin means letting art and adventure flow freely into your life and being surrounded by a community of creatives that will have your back, fuel your artistic desires and push you further than you ever thought possible. Whether music, photography, food, art, design, performance or even start-ups are your scene, this is the perfect place to call home.

You see, the capital of Germany is also the capital of techno music, a hub for emerging contemporary art and a key member of the avant-garde food scene. It is both relaxed and bursting with energy. It is diverse – the population of its borough of Neukölln for example boasts a 48% immigrant-background population – tolerant – with numerous NGOs and initiatives constantly in play to push for diversity and acceptance – and, due to that, thriving. It’s truly a city that never sleeps, with clubs that stay open 24 hours a day all weekend long.

Berghain is the hardest nightclub to get into in the world

If you are a freelancer or running a small start-up, Berlin has some of the most amazing co-working space options on offer. Available for day, week, monthly or yearly hire (depending on the company), the prices are much more affordable than elsewhere in Europe and offer the opportunity to mix with other young entrepreneurs from all over the world. A few highlights of Berlin’s co-working options include Square Haus, Spott Box and House of Clouds and are ideal whether you need a single desk or your own office.

But beyond the workspaces, the city on the Spree river is a true cultural fireworks show. Art galleries seem to be on every corner, with cheap studio space providing an incredible opportunity for art-makers to live and work. The street art scene similarly pulses through the city, with the world’s best graffiti artists tagging the walls with some of the most politically charged murals around.

Iconic and meaningful graffiti on the Berlin Wall

Clubs, pubs and bars blare the latest in house and techno music, with big-name DJs and musicians playing the city frequently and inspiring all those who go check them out. The coffee shops offer the perfect place to sit and write quietly. Food markets are delicious and showcase the latest in street food and traditional fare.

Nothing beats a schnitzel at one of the city’s food markets

If anything, Berlin is a city with a rich and complex history, and perhaps it is this history also, which makes it the culturally lush outpost it is today. The Berlin Wall and Holocaust Memorial serve as a constant reminder of what happens when differences are not celebrated and so the city embraces everyone, thus creating a safe space for creatives that is unmatched in the world.

Since you are here, we would like to share our vision for the future of travel - and the direction Culture Trip is moving in.

Culture Trip launched in 2011 with a simple yet passionate mission: to inspire people to go beyond their boundaries and experience what makes a place, its people and its culture special and meaningful — and this is still in our DNA today. We are proud that, for more than a decade, millions like you have trusted our award-winning recommendations by people who deeply understand what makes certain places and communities so special.

Increasingly we believe the world needs more meaningful, real-life connections between curious travellers keen to explore the world in a more responsible way. That is why we have intensively curated a collection of premium small-group trips as an invitation to meet and connect with new, like-minded people for once-in-a-lifetime experiences in three categories: Culture Trips, Rail Trips and Private Trips. Our Trips are suitable for both solo travelers, couples and friends who want to explore the world together.

Culture Trips are deeply immersive 5 to 16 days itineraries, that combine authentic local experiences, exciting activities and 4-5* accommodation to look forward to at the end of each day. Our Rail Trips are our most planet-friendly itineraries that invite you to take the scenic route, relax whilst getting under the skin of a destination. Our Private Trips are fully tailored itineraries, curated by our Travel Experts specifically for you, your friends or your family.

We know that many of you worry about the environmental impact of travel and are looking for ways of expanding horizons in ways that do minimal harm - and may even bring benefits. We are committed to go as far as possible in curating our trips with care for the planet. That is why all of our trips are flightless in destination, fully carbon offset - and we have ambitious plans to be net zero in the very near future.