Hamburg is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe.  It boasts an international port and is vibrant with cultural activity. There are three state theatres, numerous orchestras, the John Neumeier Ballet as well as important museums and the Centre for International Photography. It also offers plenty of lakes, rivers and parks. Hamburg is future oriented: new residential areas are being created on the Elbe with the construction of "Hafencity".
Shopping opportunities abound and night life is not limited to the famous red light district around the Reeperbahn. It is also alive in bars and restaurants and the pulsating club scene.