How to say hello in German
When I travel abroad and don’t know the language I usually like to learn at least a few basic words. It doesn’t just help you get around, but it’s also…
German power plugs
One of the little hassles when travelling is figuring out how to use your electronic devices abroad. This is particularly true today, because it has become so much easier to…
Five things you should do when in Cologne
Cologne is Germany’s fourth largest city and has a rich cultural history, ranging back 2000 years to Roman times. You can easily spend a weekend or a few days there…
A different kind of Skytrain
Skytrain is a general term used for all kinds of elevated train systems around the world. Most of these train systems are replacements for the subway or the regular urban…
Art in a gas holder
Most of today’s large museums in Germany are either located in buildings specifically designed to host exhibitions or in older buildings that have a particular tradition. The Gasometer in Oberhausen…
What time is it in Germany?
All of central Europe is in one time zone, so when traveling to Germany from any neighboring country the time will be the same. If you’re making a phone call…
Experience Cold War psychology in Berlin
I recently travelled to Berlin for a concert with one of my friends and we decided to stay for a few extra days. One of the places we went to…