I was just 19 years old when I first arrived in Berlin from the UK with high expectations and lots of hopes. However, my initial impressions were underwhelming; despite witnessing impressive buildings and interesting exhibitions, the city failed to capture my imagination. This changed, however, when I took a four-hour walking tour on my second day. Suddenly, the streets came alive with stories, fascinating anecdotes, and intricate histories. I found myself falling in love with this complex city, and by the end of the tour, I was sure of two things: I wanted to live in Berlin and I wanted to be a tour guide!