by HF | Jan 28, 2019 | Daily life, Expat issues, Travel and transportation
I don’t think there’s a German over the age of five or six who doesn’t know how to ride a bike. Seeing an 80-year-old German lady zipping along on her bike is nothing unusual in Germany. I have witnessed rush hour in the small town of Burghausen,...
by Sarah | Jan 14, 2019 | Daily life, History and culture, Tips, advice, suggestions
The week between Christmas and the new year beginning is often a ‘no man’s land’. No one knows what day it is or what to do as normal service is out of sync. It’s not helped when you’re driving between different locations, unpacking one...
by Sarah | Dec 10, 2018 | Daily life, Expat issues, History and culture
For the past three Christmases whilst living in Germany, my partner and I have spent the big day back in the UK. They say Christmas is the time of year for family and friends, and that is where the majority of them are and so that is where we shall go. Except this...
by Sarah | Nov 12, 2018 | Daily life, Expat issues, History and culture, Tips, advice, suggestions
Earlier this month I had a lightbulb moment. I realised that when you move to another country you really do need to put yourself out there to meet new people, make friends and widen your social activities. You’re probably reading this thinking ‘well,...
by HF | Sep 3, 2018 | Berlin, Daily life, Expat issues, History and culture, Tips, advice, suggestions
Ride-Hailing Services in Germany: From Allygator to Uber Is the Uber ride-hailing service available in Germany? The German answer to that question is jein – yes and no. Although Uber is completely banned in several European countries, it’s not entirely missing...
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