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The Berlin Wall

The Cranky Camper family visits the Berlin Wall and the place that once divided East and Western Europe. The remnants of the wall stand as a monument to a divided history that will hopefully never be repeated. We also reflect on what Berlin may have looked like when my dad was stationed in the American sector many years ago.

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A Walking Tour of Historic Berlin

On foot and by electric scooter, the Cranky Camper family explores the vibrant and historic city of Berlin, Germany.

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Berlin

The first in a five-part series, the Cranky Camper visits Berlin, Germany. From the electric Coldplay concert at Olympiastadion to appreciating historic sites, Berlin offered a varied and exciting summer travel experience.

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Hiking the Angeles: Mt. Wilson

In this post, the Cranky Campers hike the strenuous trail to the peak of Mt. Wilson, a familiar mountain with scientific, historic- and personal- significance.

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Hiking the Angeles: Mt. Wilson Trail to First Water and Orchard Camp

The San Gabriel Mountains has miles of hiking trails, with many opportunities for adventures. The Mt. Wilson Trail has several points of interest that make for fun stops up to Mt. Wilson or as hikes on their own.