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STEPHEN B, UK:

"CTR is a great programme. I went to Berlin one Summer, and it was one of the best choices I made: I had lots of fun; met great people; explored a wonderful city; to see the finished book made the whole experience that bit more special."

GEORGE R, USA:

"The Berlin program was one of the best experiences of my life providing a true independent and educational experience. Not only did I improve my understanding of a second language, I also got to spend six weeks in a city with a fascinating history."

GARETH R-M, UK:

"I would like to let you know how wonderfully informative, well structured and brilliant the program was. I have already recommended it to several other writers. I thought that Lutz and Caroline were great to work with and both Alex and Marcus excellent leaders for our group. Please pass on my compliments to the team. I loved Berlin so much I'm hoping to move there in the autumn! Best of luck for the future projects!"

LINDA C, NORTHERN IRELAND:

"I'm so glad I decided to go to Berlin with CTR; it gave me a chance to work (and become friends) with a group of really creative people, to refresh my German skills, to have some serious fun and to explore the nooks and crannies of this unique city. Recommended!"          

BRENDAN M, USA:

"Have you ever been so taken by a place that you found it nearly impossible to stop thinking about, even after leaving? This is Berlin for me, a city of extraordinarily diverse people, cultures, and experiences. CTR played the role not just of matchmaker, but of reformist. It changed my view of Berlin from that of just another Western European city to a mecca of cool and sexy sophistication where every alleyway spills into yet another historic monument and every square in evening glitters with the lights of another sensational cafe. If it had not have been for CTR I wouldn't have truly lived Berlin but merely seen it in the same way that any tourist does. The program coordinators were incredibly helpful and the teachers didn't stop teaching once leaving the classroom but accompanied us on trips throughout the city, providing invaluable information to the best sights, sounds and tastes the city had to offer. But despite all of these lengthy, adjective injected lines above, words truly are insufficient in describing the time you will have working with CTR. It has made me not only a better writer but a better global citizen as well. Oh, and the legendary kebabs you'll find dotting the city streets aren't half bad either!"

OZEL R, UK:

"It was for 3 weeks in the picturesque city of Lyon. During weekdays we would have French lessons. We had a few organised group trips like a tour around the city and a trip to the Euro News HQ, but really the project was about writing about our own experiences and gathering our own research on Lyon. So we explored, we wrote, but most of all, we had fun. With the help of a small team of professional writers, and teachers, we were guided on how to produce our articles successfully in the style of a travel writer. We may not have had much time, but we did it and by the end of the project all our hard work had virtually materialized into the form of an e-book. It was a proud moment for all of us. Definitely a must for budding writers or those who are interested in learning another language. Thanks CTR!"

ISABEL G, SPAIN:

"Last summer I was on the Lyon project, and I had one of the best summers ever! Meeting people from everywhere and from all sorts of backgrounds in a vibrant city like Lyon just made it even more worthwhile. The CTR projects offer you the best way to discover a new city, giving you a cultural insight from the very first day.I think travelling whilst working on such a creative and inspiring project opens your mind and also helps to develop your skills.I would encourage anyone to join the CTR projects, it is a must have experience!"