by Erin "ebe" Porter | Dec 30, 2019 | Expat issues, German language, History and culture, Tips, advice, suggestions, Travel and transportation
I have heard this period between Christmas and New Years described as Zwischen den Jahren, or “between the years”. It is a quiet time where Germans spend quality time with friends and loved ones, chatting and drinking and eating at homes as many...
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 HF | Dec 24, 2018 | German vocabulary, History and culture
Introduction Besides being a popular hot beverage that warms your body and soul in the chill of winter, Feuerzangenbowle, also known as Krambambuli, is featured at German Christmas markets, and has a long Germanic university student tradition that dates back to the...
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...
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