[{"id":1278,"date":"2022-12-13T11:06:35","date_gmt":"2022-12-13T11:06:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/picknest.wpengine.com\/?p=1278"},"modified":"2023-07-13T13:12:49","modified_gmt":"2023-07-13T13:12:49","slug":"queer-guide-in-berlin-2023","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/queer-guide-in-berlin-2023\/","title":{"rendered":"Queer guide in Berlin 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"

Berlin is the European birthplace of queer liberation. It is one of the leading cities in Europe for queer people based on several rankings<\/a>.<\/strong> The community engagement, the number of queer spaces, and the nightlife scene all comes together to make queer people included, visible, and valued in Berlin. Berlin has a rich history of queer culture dating back to the 19th and 20th centuries, including bars and small performance venues for gay and trans people in the current Sch\u00f6neberg neighborhood. Moreover, during the division of Berlin into East and West, the culture was preserved in East Berlin in the neighborhoods of Prenzlauer Berg. These days, Berlin is a colorful thriving city celebrating all sexualities and genders. Keep reading to find out must-visit queer places and things to do in Berlin.<\/p>\n

You can start discovering the city by learning the history of queer liberation in Berlin and Germany at the Gay Museum (Schwules Museum). The first museum in the world dedicated to gay history was opened in 1985 in Berlin Mitte. Initially, it covered homosexual people’s history, but now it is broadened to set more emphasis on the diverse specter of sexualities and gender (lesbian and trans people) in art, culture, and history in the past and present. It is located on L\u00fctzowstra\u00dfe 73 in Sch\u00f6neberg. Opening times vary. You should check that on their website. Regular entry costs 9 EUR.<\/p>\n

Queer bookshops in Berlin.<\/h3>\n
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Photo by Robert Anasch on Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

There are several bookshops and libraries in Berlin focusing on queer literature. While some narrowly focus on Lesbians’, Trans people’s issues, others cover a broad range of LGBTQI+ issues.<\/p>\n

Buchhandlung Anakoluth<\/strong> – a bookshop in Prenzlauer Berg covering a wide range of literature on women’s and lesbian rights.<\/p>\n

Geistesbl\u00fcten<\/strong> – a bookshop in Charlottenburg with the best selection of queer books. It also hosts a number of readings based on its schedule.<\/p>\n

Bibliothek Andersrum in der Schwulenberatung <\/strong>– a library under the Berlin Gay Counseling Service, has numerous fiction and non-fiction works on queer themes.<\/p>\n

TrIQ-Bibliothek<\/strong> – library with the most extensive archive on trans* and intersex people’s issues.<\/p>\n

Queer bars in Berlin.<\/h3>\n
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Photo by Aleksandr Popov on Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The city has many unique queer bars. Here, we want to highlight the most prominent ones worth visiting.<\/p>\n

M\u00f6bel Olfe<\/strong> located just under Kotti (Kottbusser Tor). A popular among locals bar with excellent music, unusual decor with floating furniture, and Tuesdays hosting a ladies’ night when only women can enter. During weekend nights, it gets bustling, so we recommend checking it on weekdays.<\/p>\n

Roses<\/strong> – a bar with a rich history operating for a few decades. It is just two blocks away from M\u00f6bel Olfe. You can find the interior of the 70th disco style with lovely music by local DJs.<\/p>\n

Silver Future<\/strong> – a lesbian bar nearby the Hermannplatz. You can get a good set of cocktails and meet many interesting people there, starting from artists to people doing science.<\/p>\n

Bar Zum Schmutzigen Hobby<\/strong> – a bar in a famous area of a former fire station now called a RAW-gel\u00e4nde. A home-like design and lovely friendly staff create a cozy vibe to have drinks with friends.<\/p>\n

Lab.Oratory<\/strong> – a man-only bar on the first floor of the Berghain building. It has one of the biggest darkrooms in Berlin and doors open only for two hours, so after midnight you can’t enter it while it works till morning behind closed doors. If you want to experiment and open for fun, check that place out. Keep in mind not to confuse the queue with the Berghain queue. Lab queue is always on the left side, and Begrhain’s on the right side.<\/p>\n

Queer clubs in Berlin.<\/h3>\n
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Photo by Aleksandr Popov on Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Berlin is famous for its hedonistic nightlife scene with zero judgment, where all the places try their best to create a safe space for everyone. Among many interesting nice queer clubs, the ones you must visit are:<\/p>\n

KitKat<\/strong> – a fetish-themed club in Kreuzberg that hosts a variety of parties. It has a long history of being a sex-positive space, but recently it shifted to more of a dance venue. Besides outstanding techno music, you should expect in Berlin traditions several dark rooms and an exciting swimming pool with swings on top of it. If you visit Berlin or move here, KitKat is a must-go club. You can expect a queue from half-hour to a few hours, but it is lesser than in Berghain.<\/p>\n

Berghain<\/strong> – a club, described by locals as a Berlin church of techno music. It is a very exclusive club with long-long queues. But once you are inside, you feel like being in a different world, the world of pleasure and acceptance. So if you have time to spend in long queues and try your luck to get in, you should check out Berghain.<\/p>\n

Schwuz<\/strong> – a famous gay club in Neuk\u00f6lln in a former theater building. It is a huge club that plays non-techno music which is rare in Berlin. Nevertheless, it is popular among locals as they invite the best DJs for their parties. Another difference from other clubs is that you can pay by card in Schwuz, which is also super rare in Berlin, which loves cash.<\/p>\n

Ficken3000<\/strong> – a migrant-owned small club\/bar nearby Hermannplatz. It is famous for its dark rooms, but the place is open to everyone. They host good DJs on Fridays, and the entry is cheapest in Berlin, only 5 EUR. The crowd is mostly men in their 20-30th. However, women are also allowed to enter when they come with their gay friends.<\/p>\n

Queer events in Belrin.<\/h3>\n
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Photo by Mercedes Mehling on Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

As for the events, one of the most significant annual queer events in Berlin is the CSD Berlin<\/strong>. It is a month-long festival in June that hosts hundreds of smaller events across Berlin, from political discussions to dance parties. One of the festival’s main components and closing part is CSD Berlin Pride, a protest for LGBTQI+ rights, emancipation, and visibility held in Berlin since 1979. CSD Berlin is named after Christopher Street in memory of the Stonewall Riots. Stonewall event took place in New York City, when trans-POC people, along with gay friends, started riots against police brutality in 1969 to demand better treatment.<\/p>\n

On the same day as the official CSD Pride Berlin, there is an alternative Queer Pride for International Solidarity<\/strong>. It starts in Hermannplatz and ends in Oranienburger Platz, famous for its role in the migrant movement of Germany. Queer Pride for International Solidarity stands for an intersectional approach to advocating for queer rights where queer identity is interconnected with being migrant, undocumented, POC, or disabled. It started in 2020, and now more and more people go to the International Pride right after the official CSD. They usually take place in the last weeks of July every year.<\/p>\n

There are much more things to tell about queer places in Berlin and its rich history that can’t be covered in one article. For more information on queer places and things to do in Berlin, you can visit the official page<\/a> of the Berlin City Council. Are you planning to move to Berlin? Check out hundreds of available furnished apartments in Berlin here<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Berlin is the European birthplace of queer liberation. It is one of the leading cities in Europe for queer people based on several rankings. The community engagement, the number of queer spaces, and the nightlife scene all comes together to make queer people included, visible, and valued in Berlin. Berlin has a rich history of… Read More Queer guide in Berlin 2023<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":38,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[13],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1278","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-city-guides"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1278","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/38"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1278"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1278\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1278"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1278"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1278"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}},{"id":1260,"date":"2022-12-02T13:33:47","date_gmt":"2022-12-02T13:33:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/picknest.wpengine.com\/?p=1260"},"modified":"2022-12-02T13:33:47","modified_gmt":"2022-12-02T13:33:47","slug":"collection-of-12-winter-homes-from-nestpick-for-january-2023","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/collection-of-12-winter-homes-from-nestpick-for-january-2023\/","title":{"rendered":"Collection of 12 Winter Homes from Nestpick for January 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"

Winter holidays are around the corner. It is an excellent reason to escape to a new city for vacations or a long workation.<\/strong> Since 2020, it is expected to be the first winter closest to pre-pandemic times with the fewest ever restrictions in most countries. Previously, we wrote about the Top Winter Destinations in Europe Christmas Edition<\/a> and the Warm Sunny Destinations in Europe for the Upcoming Winter<\/a>. Continuing our series of blogs on Winter workation, we have gathered a collection of winter homes in different cities in Europe for your inspiration. So, let\u2019s get started! <\/p>\n

Berlin, Germany:<\/a> <\/h4>\n
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Studio in Frankfurter Allee, Berlin. 1,090 EUR<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

London, UK:<\/a><\/h4>\n
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One-bedroom apartment in Boardwalk Place, London. 3,410 GBP<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Paris, France:<\/a><\/h4>\n
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One-bedroom apartment in 7th Arrondissement, Paris. 3,640 EUR<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Amsterdam, the Netherlands:<\/a><\/h4>\n
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Studio in Zoutkeetsgracht, Amsterdam. 1,800 EUR<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Nuremberg, Germany:<\/a> <\/h4>\n
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One-bedroom apartment in Gostenhof, Nuremberg. 1,921 EUR<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Copenhagen, Denmark:<\/a><\/h4>\n
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Studio in Kastrup, Copenhagen. 24,000 SEK<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Helsinki, Finland:<\/a> <\/h4>\n
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Studio in Alppiharju, Helsinki. 990 EUR<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Tallinn, Estonia:<\/a> <\/h4>\n
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Studio in Telliskivi, Tallinn. 1,900 EUR<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Vienna, Austria:<\/a><\/h4>\n
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Two-bedroom apartment in 22nd district, Vienna. 1,840 EUR<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Innsbruck, Austria:<\/a><\/h4>\n
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Two-bedroom apartment in Mariahilfstra\u00dfe, Innsbruck. 2,335 EUR<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Budapest, Hungary:<\/a> <\/h4>\n
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One-bedroom apartment in 12th district, Budapest. 600 EUR<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Prague, Czech republic:<\/a> <\/h4>\n
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Studio in \u010cestm\u00edrova, Prague. 1,095 EUR<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Featured photo by Tijana Drndarski<\/a> on Unsplash<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Winter holidays are around the corner. It is an excellent reason to escape to a new city for vacations or a long workation. Since 2020, it is expected to be the first winter closest to pre-pandemic times with the fewest ever restrictions in most countries. Previously, we wrote about the Top Winter Destinations in Europe… Read More Collection of 12 Winter Homes from Nestpick for January 2023<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":38,"featured_media":1264,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[25],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1260","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-inspiration"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1260","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/38"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1260"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1260\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1264"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1260"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1260"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1260"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}},{"id":1244,"date":"2022-11-28T15:25:11","date_gmt":"2022-11-28T15:25:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/picknest.wpengine.com\/?p=1244"},"modified":"2022-11-28T15:25:11","modified_gmt":"2022-11-28T15:25:11","slug":"best-warm-destinations-in-europe-to-visit-in-winter-2022","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/best-warm-destinations-in-europe-to-visit-in-winter-2022\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Warm Destinations in Europe to Visit in Winter 2022-2023"},"content":{"rendered":"

Europe has a lot of great places with warm weather and sunny sky to escape during the chilling winter months. If you are planning your Christmas holidays or next work from anywhere destination, we have collected the best warm places for visiting in Winter 2022-2023.<\/strong> On the other hand, if you prefer traditional winter vibes with lots of snow and mulled wine in festive Christmas markets, check out our previous blog on the best Winter Destinations in Europe<\/a>. While some destinations in our collection are not in the Schengen area, you can enter all of them with any visa from the Schengen countries. So keep reading further to find out which are the top warm places to visit in Europe from December to February.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Best Warm Destinations in Europe to Visit in Winter: <\/h3>\n

The Canary Islands, Spain <\/h4>\n
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Photo by Steven Sossouhounto on Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nThe Canary Islands are seven volcanic archipelagos in The Atlantic Ocean nearby Africa. The islands are part of Spain. Therefore, you can easily reach them with major European airlines without crossing the EU borders. The islands are unique on their own, providing magnificent mountains, beaches, and even deserts. One of the biggest islands is Tenerife which is perfect for outdoor activities and hiking. In contrast, Grand Canaria is ideal for swimming, spending time on beautiful beaches, and having decent night outs. The Canary Islands are best for people searching for their next work from anywhere destination, considering Spain\u2019s upcoming introduction of a new flexible digital nomad visa with reduced taxes and simple procedures for obtaining it. You can check apartments and rooms in the Canary Islands on our web-page<\/a>. <\/p>\n

Madeira, Portugal\u00a0<\/h4>\n
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Photo by Colin Watts on Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nMadeira is an ideal getaway for winter months. Portuguese islands in The Atlantic Ocean provide a tropical paradise for digital nomads, and it is close to continental Europe. You can reach Madeira from Lisbon or London only in 90 minutes by plane. The green landscape, beaches, mountains, waterfalls, and everything combined create a perfect opportunity for outdoor activities like hiking, biking, surfing, fishing, or golfing. At the same time, travelers not into physical activities can visit many museums and historical places since the island is home to one of the oldest civilizations. Discover the furnished rentals in Madeira here<\/a>. <\/p>\n

Malta<\/h4>\n
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Photo by CALIN STAN on Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nMalta is an archipelago country in the Mediterranean Sea between the Italian and North African coasts. The capital Valletta is considered the sunniest city in Europe. The island has a warm mild climate in contrast to tropical climates in the Canary Islands or Madeira. Nevertheless, you can try swimming or scuba diving on one of the country\u2019s many stunning beaches. Since Malta\u2019s economy relies on tourism, its infrastructure is well developed for tourism and the extended stays of digital nomads. Cafes, bars, hostels, and hotels cater to guests\u2019 every need. In the evenings, you can find lively nightlife in Valletta. During weekends, try scuba diving in Blue Lagoon Island, take a bike tour across the coast, or visit an ancient Arab city, Mdina dating back to the 9th century. Check out the variety of accommodation options in Malta in this link<\/a>. <\/p>\n

Dubrovnik, Croatia<\/h4>\n
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Photo by Patricia Jekki on Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nDubrovnik in Croatia is one of the most beautiful cities in the world, and its old town is under UNESCO\u2019s World Heritage protection. It was the center of several civilizations. It is a city full of culture, art, and history. The climate in the city is considered Mediterranean, so the winters are mild and warm, perfect for hiking, biking, kayaking, and walking over the Adriatic Sea\u2019s beautiful beaches. Available apartments in Dubrovnik for Winter 2022-2023 you can find here<\/a>. <\/p>\n

Lisbon, Portugal<\/h4>\n
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Photo by Svetlana Gumerova on Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nLisbon, Portugal\u2019s capital and major city, is home to many digital nomads. It provides the best infrastructure, from convenient coworking spaces and networking activities to many cafes and bars with amazing views of authentic streets and over the Tagus river. The temperature during winter months ranges from 15 to 23 degrees. You can walk in the streets of Aflame or take the famous tram line 28, which covers the main historical sites. Take a day trip to Sintra for old castles and palaces or check the most western point of continental Europe near the Cascais in just 40 minutes train ride from Lisbon center. Portugal is famous for its cuisine, so you should try Lisbon\u2019s traditional restaurants. Don\u2019t forget the Pastel de nata, the famous Portuguese egg-crusted tart which you can find in many local bakeries.\u00a0For your winter stay in Lisbon you can discover available apartments here<\/a>. <\/p>\n

The featured image by CALIN STAN<\/a> on Unsplash<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Europe has a lot of great places with warm weather and sunny sky to escape during the chilling winter months. If you are planning your Christmas holidays or next work from anywhere destination, we have collected the best warm places for visiting in Winter 2022-2023. On the other hand, if you prefer traditional winter vibes… Read More Best Warm Destinations in Europe to Visit in Winter 2022-2023<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":38,"featured_media":1245,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[25],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1244","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-inspiration"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1244","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/38"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1244"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1244\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1245"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1244"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1244"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1244"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}},{"id":1234,"date":"2022-11-11T13:51:46","date_gmt":"2022-11-11T13:51:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/picknest.wpengine.com\/?p=1234"},"modified":"2022-11-29T11:06:27","modified_gmt":"2022-11-29T11:06:27","slug":"top-5-destinations-in-europe-for-winter-2022-best-for-digital-nomads","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/top-5-destinations-in-europe-for-winter-2022-best-for-digital-nomads\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 5 Destinations in Europe for Winter 2022 Best for Digital Nomads"},"content":{"rendered":"

Winter is one of the most beautiful times in Europe to discover its best Christmas cultures, which you can\u2019t do in other seasons.<\/strong> If you want to escape winter blues and winter hues, it is the right moment to pack your suitcase and start discovering new places while continuing to work remotely. To make your planning process easier, we have collected the list of top work-from-anywhere destinations in Europe for the upcoming winter. If you like the cities with the best Christmas miracle atmospheres and lots of snow, keep reading further. As a side note, if you have a permit to stay in any country in Schengen Area, you don\u2019t have to obtain a new visa to any of the destinations we listed.<\/p>\n

Top winter destinations in Europe to work remotely:<\/h3>\n

Prague, Czech Republic<\/h4>\n
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Photo by Alisa Anton on Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Prague is the place to be if you’re looking for a winter wonderland. The city is filled with Christmas markets and festive decorations, and there’s always something to keep you entertained. Check out the famous Charles Bridge covered in snow or wander through the lovely Old Town Square. Ranking 11 in our Work From Anywhere Index<\/a>, it is one of the most affordable cities welcoming digital nomads.<\/p>\n

Tallinn, Estonia<\/h4>\n
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Photo by Ilya Orehov on Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, is a fairy-tale city in winter. The city is quiet and relaxed, and the people are hospitable, making it the perfect place for digital nomads. There are a lot of nice cafes, bars, and restaurants. WIFI is widely accessible, and the internet connection is among the best in Europe. Estonia ranks highest in digital governance, so all the bureaucratic procedures should be done quickly. It ranks 4th in our Work From Anywhere Index.<\/p>\n

Budapest, Hungary<\/h4>\n
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Photo by Krisztian Tabori on Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Winter in Budapest is one of the most beautiful experiences you can have. With its scenic Christmas markets, sun-drenched snow-covered streets, and an endless supply of mulled wine, the Hungarian capital indeed comes alive during the chilly months of the year.<\/p>\n

Zagreb, Croatia<\/h4>\n
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Photo by Aaron Wilson on Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nZagreb is an unforgettable gateway in winter unexplored by many. Streets covered with white snow and Christmas decorations\u2019 illuminating lights with lively winter melodies, the city creates a magical experience. You can have plenty of activities after work, such as visiting a month-long festive at Advent, trying some winter sports during weekends at a mountain Scale Sljeme just around the city, or taking a walk by a frozen waterfall at Plitvice.<\/p>\n

Ljubljana, Slovenia<\/h4>\n
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Photo by Ales Krivec on Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Ljubljana is not only the best destination in summer, but during winter, it creates its unique charm with its majestic alps. Discover the ancient buildings and Baroque architecture flared by the Christmas lights. Walk over the picturesque canals and get a mulled wine in one of the many Christmas markets the city hosts in Old Town. Ljubljana is also surrounded by beautiful nature. On weekends, take a day tour to Lake Bled and the Julian Alps. The city has yet to be discovered by many digital nomads. Therefore, it is an opportunity for you to uncover a fantastic city with the most welcoming and hospitable people, especially around Christmas time.<\/p>\n

Featured image by Fas Khan<\/a> on Unsplash<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Winter is one of the most beautiful times in Europe to discover its best Christmas cultures, which you can\u2019t do in other seasons. If you want to escape winter blues and winter hues, it is the right moment to pack your suitcase and start discovering new places while continuing to work remotely. To make your… Read More Top 5 Destinations in Europe for Winter 2022 Best for Digital Nomads<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":38,"featured_media":1251,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[25],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1234","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-inspiration"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1234","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/38"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1234"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1234\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1251"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1234"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1234"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1234"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}},{"id":1216,"date":"2022-10-28T10:28:37","date_gmt":"2022-10-28T10:28:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/picknest.wpengine.com\/?p=1216"},"modified":"2022-10-28T10:28:37","modified_gmt":"2022-10-28T10:28:37","slug":"available-apartments-and-rooms-in-berlin-to-move-in-from-december-1-2022","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/available-apartments-and-rooms-in-berlin-to-move-in-from-december-1-2022\/","title":{"rendered":"Available Apartments and Rooms in Berlin to Move In From December 1, 2022"},"content":{"rendered":"

Finding an apartment in Berlin is highly challenging. If you want to find a long-term place, you need to go through a tough process.<\/strong> First, you need to collect a list of documents and make an appointment for viewing on housing platforms where 500-1000 other candidates are also applying for the same listing. If you are fortunate, you will get the possibility to view it. While the landlords choose the best candidate among many on their own undisclosed criteria after the viewing, there can still be a place for certain biases.<\/p>\n

Considering that, if you are new to the city, it is suggested to first look for a temporary apartment that is much more straightforward and uncomplicated to get. You look at everything online, with no need for viewing, you don\u2019t need many documents, and you can book the place online. As one of the biggest search platforms for furnished rentals, we have collected a list of available apartments in Berlin to move in starting from December 1.<\/p>\n

All of the apartments we have collected are inside the ring. Therefore, you can reach any part of Berlin within half hour on public transport. Let\u2019s start with available rooms for your stay.<\/p>\n

Rooms in Berlin:<\/h4>\n
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A room in Boxhagener Str, Friedrichshain, Berlin. 1190 EUR.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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A room in Friedrichsbrunner Str, Neuk\u00f6lln, Berlin. 950 EUR<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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A room in Klara Franke Str, Mitte, Berlin. 1140 EUR.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Studios in Berlin:<\/h4>\n
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A studio in Otto-Braun-Strasse, Mitte, Berlin. 1511 EUR.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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A studio in Veteranenstra\u00dfe, Mitte, Berlin. 2050 EUR.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

If you are looking for a one-bedroom apartment, here are the best options:<\/h4>\n
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A one-bedroom apartment in Winterfeldtstrasse, Sch\u00f6neberg, Berlin. 3200 EUR.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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A one-bedroom apartment in Bl\u00fccherstra\u00dfe, Kreuzberg, Berlin. 2400 EUR.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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A one-bedroom apartment in Biebricher Str, Neuk\u00f6lln, Berlin. 2150 EUR.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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A one-bedroom apartment in Gr\u00fcnberger Stra\u00dfe, Friedrichshain, Berlin. 1950 EUR.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Two to three bedrooms:<\/h4>\n
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A two-bedroom apartment in Bl\u00fccherstra\u00dfe, Kreuzberg, Berlin. 2350 EUR.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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A two-bedroom apartment in Columbiadamm, Neuk\u00f6lln, Berlin. 2800 EUR.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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A three-bedroom apartment in Simplonstra\u00dfe, Friedrichshain, Berlin. 3200 EUR.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

If the above options are not suitable for you, you can discover many more others on our web page<\/a>. We wish you a smooth process of finding your new home in Berlin!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Finding an apartment in Berlin is highly challenging. If you want to find a long-term place, you need to go through a tough process. First, you need to collect a list of documents and make an appointment for viewing on housing platforms where 500-1000 other candidates are also applying for the same listing. If you… Read More Available Apartments and Rooms in Berlin to Move In From December 1, 2022<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":38,"featured_media":1221,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[26],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1216","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-apartments"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1216","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/38"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1216"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1216\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1221"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1216"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1216"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1216"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}},{"id":1210,"date":"2022-10-19T15:18:10","date_gmt":"2022-10-19T15:18:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/picknest.wpengine.com\/?p=1210"},"modified":"2023-07-13T12:14:59","modified_gmt":"2023-07-13T12:14:59","slug":"a-new-proposal-by-the-german-government-an-opportunity-visa-for-skilled-workers-starting-fall-2022","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nestpick.com\/magazine\/a-new-proposal-by-the-german-government-an-opportunity-visa-for-skilled-workers-starting-fall-2022\/","title":{"rendered":"A new proposal by the German Government: An opportunity visa for skilled workers starting Fall 2022"},"content":{"rendered":"

Germany is well-known for its good life quality, competitive compensation for workers, good work-life balance, and strict compliance with labor regulations.<\/strong> No wonder it attracts many people who want to pursue a better life and come here to continue their careers. According to some estimates, when workers come from non-EU countries, they can have an increase in their salaries by 5 to 10 times compared to what they receive in their home countries. It is all considering that the cost of living in Germany is the lowest among West European countries. However, a complicated German migration policy deters skilled workers around the world from moving there. A new German parliamentary coalition consisting of mostly left and liberal parties recently devised a proposal to solve this issue. From the side of the Government, it is also beneficial for them to mitigate the labor force shortage that the country currently has after the pandemic.<\/p>\n

What is an Opportunity Card?<\/h4>\n

A proposal is the new type of visa – Chancenkarte<\/em> or an Opportunity Card in English. It is not yet in force, but in September, Labor Minister Hubertus Heil already shared what to expect from it <\/a>. Keep reading further to find out how the Opportunity Card will work and if you can benefit from it.<\/p>\n

An Opportunity Card is a point-based system visa that allows nationals of non-EU countries to come to Germany to continue their career.<\/strong> It differs from existing visas because it does not require a prior work contract to enter Germany. So, you can get a visa, move to Germany and look for jobs there. A similar one also exists: a job-seeking visa allows you to look for jobs in Germany for up to six months. Still, you can work only 10 hours per week for that period. While it was not explicitly mentioned, the Opportunity Card from the governmental proposal is assumed to waive the work-hour limit. Another thing that should be noted here is that Opportunity Card visas will be issued based on a yearly quota that the Government will develop.<\/p>\n

How does the Opportunity Card work?<\/h4>\n

The primary criterion is that a person should be highly skilled.<\/strong> It means either they have an experience in an area that requires vocational training or a university degree, or without professional experience, depending on a specific case\u2014more on that in the next paragraph. A professional area can be, for example, in communication and information technologies, engineering, production, manufacturing, health care, education, finance, natural science, and many other fields that require a previous academic degree or vocational training.<\/p>\n

Besides the above criterion, two others exist, depending on your situation. First is the easy path: your university degree or vocational training in your home country should be recognized in Germany. If that\u2019s the case, you don\u2019t need years of experience, German language skills, or age requirements necessary for a second path. On the other hand, suppose your degree or training certificate is not recognized in Germany. In that case, you still need to provide them along with proof of the followings:<\/p>\n