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The Ultimate Noob’s Guide to German Gift Giving Customs
Have you been invited to a German wedding and are clueless about a perfect wedding present? Or you are wondering what should you bring for your German SO’s parent’s for that dreaded first family dinner? Read this guide to learn about German gift giving customs and general business and personal German gift giving etiquette. Like in most countries around, it is very common to receive and give gifts in Germany. Most of the time you will have no problems picking a present for a German friend or acquaintance, however, there are some unique German gift giving customs and cultural etiquette to bear in mind to avoid any awkward cultural…
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Things to do in Carcassonne and Toulouse: Holiday in South France
Looking for ideas and things to do in Carcassonne? or planning a holiday in South France? Read my tips on how to plan a holiday in South France and cover beach, city, historical town and a safari in one trip!
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7 Things to do in Usedom – Baltic Sea Beach Holiday in Germany
Craving for some much-needed sun and warmth after the corona lockdown? Why not plan a beach holiday in Germany? Read this article and learn all the things to do in Usedom and how you can spend a week-long beach holiday in Germany.
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Essential Guide to Owning and Caring for a Cat in Germany
Are planning to get a cat, specifically a Maine coon cat in Germany very soon? Here are some things you should sort out before you welcome a Maine Coon kitty into your household. Over half of the Germans share their life with a pet. Germany’s number one pet remains – the cat. Sorry doggo fans! Currently, there are a total of 14.8 million moggies live in 23% of households in Germany. So no one will raise any brows if you decided to get a Maine Coon cat in Germany. Even though Maine Coons are originally an American cat breed they are quite popular in Germany as well. Some Maine Coon catteries…
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Thinking of Buying a Dog in Germany? Read this first!
Owning a dog in Germany comes with some bureaucratic obligations. Not only dog owners pay a dog tax, but also a mandatory dog liability insurance in Germany. Here is all you should know before you buy a dog in Germany.
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A Dummy’s Guide to Dating a German: German Dating Culture Demystified
Here is a tongue in the cheek guide to dating a German (and keeping your sanity intact during the relationship). Brace yourself for a silly generalised post about typical quirks of German SOs and dating rules in Germany.