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Exploring the Lesser-Known Cities of Germany: Dresden, Leipzig and Freiburg

Tanya — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 19:35:31 +0000

Dresden Dresden is the capital of Saxony, close to the border with the Czech Republic. It is only three hours from Prague by bus, and about 3.5 hours away from Berlin. Dresden has approximately 500,000 inhabitants. It is on the River Elbe. Dresden definitely has a post-socialist, East Germany residual vibe. It went through some […]

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Wir Fahren Auf Der Autobahn: The Autobahn in Germany

Tanya — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 09:05:42 +0000

Contrary to popular belief, the German Autobahn resembles a typical freeway, not a 20 lane superhighway with crazy sportscars whizzing by everywhere. Not every driver is driving at intense speeds, either. Parts of the Autobahn even have speed limits, which surprises some people. When entering the Autobahn, one is more likely to be interested in […]

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Public Transit in Munich, Germany

Tanya — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 03:34:04 +0000

If you are planning on relocating to Munich, you probably do not need a car, unless you just have an urge to tear up the Autobahn on occasion. The public transit system in this Bavarian city is fast and efficient, like much of Germany. Let it be known that Munich is also very bike-friendly in […]

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German Social & Business Customs

Tanya — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 19:19:02 +0000

Social Germans value efficiency. They are the masters of planning. Most Germans think ahead of the moment, and like to know what they will be doing at certain hours of the following day. They feel secure in their planning, both in their personal and business worlds. They like order and structure, and feel that when […]

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Top Five Countries for Beer Drinkers

Tanya — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 09:02:02 +0000

Beer guzzler? Or just a pub hopper? These are the best places to relocate to: 1. Czech Republic Beer is everywhere in the Czech Republic, and it’s very cheap. If you are paying more than $3 in a restaurant for a pint, you’re getting ripped off. Bohemia, where Prague is, has the most beer (Moravia […]

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Das ist Oktoberfest!

Tanya — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 18:23:54 +0000

Trinken Sie Bier? It’s time for Oktoberfest in Germany! Anyone can visit Oktoberfest, which takes place in Munich, Germany. It opened on September 19, and will go through until October 4, 2009. It is recommended that you visit as early as possible. Even though entry is free, it is likely to be swarmed. Oktoberfest is […]

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